American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter; 1:1 Student Support

Midland Public Schools•Midland, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to provide 1:1 student support in a Post-Secondary Program. The interpreter will accompany a deaf student throughout the day, interpret spoken language, work with the classroom teacher to interpret instruction and follow the student's IEP, and tutor the student individually in various learning activities. The role also involves reinforcing concepts, assisting the teacher in monitoring student behavior, acting as a role model, and interpreting at parent conferences or other meetings as necessary. The interpreter will translate all appropriate activities in the classroom and other educational settings into sign language, including discussions, films, special projects, assemblies, field trips, and athletic activities.

Requirements

Appropriate certification in the State of Michigan
EIPA of 4.0 or higher
Any other qualifying certification

Responsibilities

Accompanies deaf student throughout the day to classes and interprets spoken language.
Works with classroom teacher to interpret instruction and follow student's IEP.
Tutors student individually as necessary in a variety of learning activities; promotes student understanding of materials presented.
Reinforces and reviews concepts and skills.
Assists teacher in monitoring student’s behavior.
Acts as role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students; assists teacher in maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
Will interpret at parent conferences or other meetings as necessary.
Interprets/translates into sign language all appropriate activities in the classroom and other educational settings. Includes, but not limited to discussions, films, special projects, assemblies, field trips, and athletic activities.