Interpreter DHH (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools • Wichita, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an administrator and the direction of certificated/licensed staff, Wichita Public Schools Interpreting Services employees provide interpreting services that ensure equitable access to communication by facilitating effective signed and spoken communication among students, staff, and families who are d/Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing. The Deaf Interpreter is a Deaf professional with specialized expertise in visual language and communication strategies. The Deaf Interpreter provides communication access for students whose language use or communication needs require specialized interpreting techniques that extend beyond traditional hearing interpreter services. The Deaf Interpreter often works collaboratively with a Hearing Interpreter using a dual interpreting model.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Native or near-native fluency in ASL and specialized visual communication systems
• Extensive knowledge of Deaf culture
• State interpreter licensure, registration, or authorization
• Certification is preferred at the time of hire. Employees hired without the required certification must make an initial attempt to earn the required certification within one (1) year of employment. Accepted certification are as follows: ASLPI or equivalent: 4.0 minimum active status, BEI: Advanced (4.0) minimum in active status, RID: Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) credential
• Certifications by other states may be accepted, must be in active status
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Ability to perform as an effective team player
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Nice To Haves

• Post-Secondary degree in ASL/English Interpreting or other coursework preferred
• Experience working with students with complex communication needs preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized interpretation using ASL, modified ASL, gestures, tactile signing, close-vision signing, protactile communication, home signs, visual imagery, or individualized communication systems.
• Work independently or in partnership with a Hearing Interpreter.
• Assess communication effectiveness and adapt interpreting strategies while preserving message meaning.
• Facilitate communication during classroom instruction, assessments, therapies, meetings, environmental cues, peer interactions, field trips, extracurricular activities, and school-sponsored events.
• Provide linguistic and cultural mediation when appropriate to support accurate communication.
• Participate in interpreter preparation, teaming, and post-session debriefing.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with the RID/NAIE Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain required credentials and continuing education.
• Provides communication access—not instruction.
• Functions as an impartial interpreter.
• Does not reteach lessons or modify curriculum.
• Does not provide educational interventions while interpreting.
• May recommend communication strategies but does not determine educational programming.
• Support equitable access to educational opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policy.
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective collaboration.
• Participate in professional development.
• Promote respectful relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Follow district policies and safety procedures.
• Support inclusive educational environments.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team and provide necessary input regarding communication needs and services.
• Extracurricular and summer rate of pay will be equivalent to employee’s current hourly rate.
• Additional responsibilities as defined by specific role.
• Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor/Administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED