Job TitleInterpreter &ndash Sign LanguageCertifiedWageHour Status NonexemptAt-WillReports ToRDSPD Coordinator Interpreter Services SpecialistPay GradeDays206 187-daysDept.SchoolAssigned CampusDate RevisedApril 2016Primary PurposeTo interpret instruction and communication. To provide equal access between Deaf and Hard of Hearing studentsstaff and hearing studentsstaff. To culturally mediate between Hearing and Deaf culture for the purpose of mutual understood communication.Qualifications EducationCertificationPreferred60 Credits or and Associate Degree in or related ASLEnglish Interpreting as required by DARS BEIBachelor&rsquos Degree as required by RIDEIPA 3.5 or higher.RequiredHigh School Diploma 60 college hoursCertification from the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitation Services DARS BEI Basic or above or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf RID RIC or Educational Interpreting Performance Assessment EIPA Level 4.0 or above.Special KnowledgeSkillsKnowledge of computer and software applicationsExcellent organizational communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to communicate effectively through written oral and sign languageExperienceExperience working with auditory impaired individualsPreferredAt least 1-2 years working with children in grades PK-12At least 1-2 years working in an educational setting.Major Responsibilities and Duties1. Render the message making sure the fidelity of the message is always accurate always conveying the content and spirit of the speaker using language most readily understood by the student. The WRDSPD uses and supports the language of the Deaf Community American Sign Language. However interpreters will need to be able to match the varying communication needs of students and staff.2. Study or prepare for class appropriately by meeting with instructor reading lecture outlines skimming required readings in textbooks previewing uncaptioned instructional videotapes researchingstudying specialized instructional vocabulary and preparing tutoring materials.3. Relay any concerns or questions concerning interpreting and the student to the classroom teacher andor Deaf Ed teacher or the Interpreter Services Specialist.4. Accept special assignments and participate in extracurricular activities on a volunteer basis when needed both during school hours and outside school hours with compensation form and in the amount as dictated by the Fair Labor Standards Act.5. Seek to continue development in American Sign Language skills as well as interpreting skills. Participate in professional development workshops whenever possible in order to maintain certification and improve job performance.6. Maintain confidentiality and report necessary student information only to appropriate school district personnel deaf education teachers mainstream teachers campus administrators Waco Regional Day School Program for the Deaf WRDSPD administrators as is required by the RID Code of Professional Conduct.7. Assume responsibility of tutor after consultation with the Interpreter Services Specialist and classroom teacher. Based on the RID and EIPA Code of Professional Conduct the Interpreter&rsquos responsibility is to interpret instruction as well as any communication in the classroom. Tutoring cannot take place during classroom instruction. The student and teacher should be informed which role the interpreter is working in if performing both in a given school year during the appropriate time.8. Assist in providing orientation to deafness for staff and students. Need proficient to expert knowledge of Deaf Culture.9. Provide the best possible setting for the student who is deaf or hard of hearing through environmental controls such as appropriate dress placement distance and lighting etc.10. Attend meetings as needed with appropriate members of the educational team.11. Assist teachers and serve as a resource for teaching sign language to students staff parents and other interested friends or family of students with who are deaf or hard of hearing as assigned during regular working hours. After hours request will be on a voluntary basis with compensation form and amount as dictated by the Fair Labor Standards Act.12. Interpret for staff members with auditory impairment as appropriate during regular working hours. After hours assignments will be arranged on a voluntary basis with compensation form and amount as dictated by the Fair Labor Standards Act.13. Perform other duties such as supervising students during lunch bathroom breaks recess and bus times ONLY in instances when the interpreter is not performing interpreting services as determined and assigned by WRDSPD Coordinator Interpreter Services Specialist andor campus Principal.14. Follow the Code of Professional Conduct for Interpreters as established and mandated by NAD-RID BEI and EIPA.15. Comply with the Waco Independent School District and the Waco Regional Day School Program for the Deaf philosophy policies and procedures.16. Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned..Equipment usedMacintosh and Dell computers typewriter printer copier and fax machine.Working ConditionsMental DemandsPhysical DemandsEnvironmental FactorsMust be able to interact with students and staff individually and in groups sitting walking and standing for lengthy periods light lifting. Physical condition adequate for signing for extended periods. Hearing adequate for interpreting. School campus environment. People intensive.Note This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job or the position itself at any time as it deems advisable.Non Discrimination StatementThe Waco Independent School District District as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex religion age disability or genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 as amended Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources andor Waco ISD Coordinator of Student Management at 254-755-9410 andor Waco ISD Director of Athletics at 254-745-2250. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII as amended contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended contact Waco ISD Director of Special Education at 254-755-9431 or P.O. Box 27 Waco TX 76703.