ASL Interpreter and Communication Specialist

Mountain Views Supervisory Union•Woodstock, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mountain Views Supervisory Union is seeking a dedicated and compassionate ASL Interpreter and Communication Specialist for Woodstock Elementary School to provide 1:1 support for a bright, curious prekindergarten student with a developmental delay in communication and conductive hearing loss. This role is vital in bridging communication gaps and fostering an inclusive educational environment during the student’s transition into early childhood education.

Requirements

EIPA Score of 3.5 or higher
5+ years of experience in student-centered interpretation across elementary and secondary levels
Current certifications in Pediatric CPR and First Aid

Nice To Haves

Hold or be eligible for preferred certifications: Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf National Certification (RID)
Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI)
Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI)
Native ASL Fluency or CODA status preferred

Responsibilities

Gain the student's visual and auditory attention (e.g., gentle tap on shoulder) before facilitating communication.
Provide real-time ASL interpretation while simultaneously pairing spoken language with signs, gestures, and AAC modeling (e.g., TouchChat or core boards).
Conduct daily Ling Six sound checks (/a, u, i, m, s, sh/) to monitor hearing aid efficacy and identify listening fatigue in noisy environments.
Minimize background noise during instruction and ensure preferential seating near the primary speaker.
Implement visual supports, including Boardmaker symbols and "first/then" boards, to assist with transitions and daily routines.
Model "emotion language" and replacement communication (e.g., “help me,” “stop”) to help the student navigate peer interactions and reduce frustration.
Work closely with the Teacher of the Deaf (TOD), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), and Educational Audiologist Team to implement IEP goals.
Assist the SLP and Special Educator by documenting the student’s progress in producing age-appropriate phonemes and following multi-step directions.
Teach ASL to students and educators in the school.
Use skills in digital visual presentations to create engaging materials that support the student's learning and persistence.
Maintain confidentiality and follow the EIPA code of ethics while participating in IEP meetings and parent-teacher consultations.