Deaf Education Interpreter (26-27 SY) - Special Education

JOB TITLE Deaf Education Interpreter

WAGE Hour Status: Nonexempt FUNDING SOURCE: 435 RDSPD REPORTS TO: Supervisor of the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf

PAY GRADE: Paraprofessional 075 DUTY DAYS: 187 Days

DATE REVISED: March 10, 2023

A Letter of Assurance will be issued for this position.

PRIMARY PURPOSE Facilitate clear and effective communication by interpreting and transliterating in sign using the students preferred mode of communication to and for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in the academic setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: Certification High School Diploma or GED Required Valid certification as interpreter granted by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) Level 1-5 Basic, Advanced, & Master

Must meet one of the following: Associates Degree OR 60 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher learning

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) PSE CASE and/or Signing Exact English (SEE)
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and Deafness
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to clearly interpret or transliterate information for staff and students during following but not limited to:
• Classroom lectures
• School-related programs
• Assemblies
• Testing environments
• ARD Committee meetings
• Using sign language systems and/or language such as PSE ASL or SEE
• Ability to accurately voice interpret information for staff and students during the following but not limited to:
• Classroom lectures
• School-related programs
• Assemblies
• Testing environments
• ARD Committee meetings
• Using sign language systems and/or language such as PSE ASL or SEE
• Ability to match the preferred method of communication of student and staff
• Knowledge of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with students and adults who are Deaf/Hard of hearing
• Ability to accurately sight translate
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively to groups
• Ability to arrive on time to each assignment/class activity
• Ability to be mobile and have own transportation
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Minimum Experience:

• Experience working directly with adults or children that are Deaf/Hard of hearing
• Experience working with children/students, parents, or persons with disabilities
• Experience working in an academic setting

Preferred:

• MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES

Instructional Support:

• Interpret in educational settings including classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs, and meetings, conferences, staff development, and other situations.
• Attend and interpret Admission Review and Dismissal ARD Committee meetings as needed.
• Tutor Deaf/Hard of hearing students under the direction of RDSPD classroom teacher.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each Deaf/Hard of hearing students communication needs.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.

Student Management:

• Help supervise Deaf/Hard of hearing students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Help manage Deaf/Hard of hearing student behavior, including intervening in crisis situations when necessary.

Other:

• Help maintain RDSPD administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Arrive on time to assigned classes/meetings/activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

• Reading ability to communicate effectively
• Verbal and sign language
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Maintain professionalism with all staff members

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying less than 15 pounds may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.

Environmental Factors:

• Possible exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
• Work inside and outside exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather
• Exposure to noise

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals
• Standard instructional equipment
• Adaptive equipment

Safety:

• Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy
• Practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training
• Wearing personal protective equipment as required
• Reporting injuries and incidents immediately to the supervisor
• Being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Preceding statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.