Ed Sign Language Interpreter

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Educational Sign Language Interpreter is a school-based position responsible for sign language interpretation duties in connection with the Chicago Public Schools Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing program. The position reports to the Principal of the assigned school location and supports students from kindergarten through high school in educational settings. The role may involve work at school sites throughout the district. The interpreter conveys instruction, discussions, spoken messages, and environmental cues to Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students using sign language; interprets students’ responses into speech as needed; facilitates communication with others; and consults with teachers about individual students’ concerns. Other duties may be assigned. CPS employees are required to establish residency within the City of Chicago within six months of their hire date and maintain it throughout employment. The posting states that this residency requirement does not apply to temporary or part-time positions; all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or a minimum of 60 hours of college credit from an accredited college or university.
Valid Sign Language Interpreter Approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), either as a standalone approval or associated with a Professional Educator License (PEL).
At least 1 year of interpreting experience or practicum experience.
Knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling.
Ability to work in an educational environment and with students in grades kindergarten through high school.
Willingness to work at school sites throughout the district.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to build effective, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including administrators, staff, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

Accompany Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students to classes and use sign language to convey teachers’ instruction and intent, providing verbatim interpretations of lectures and discussions.
Assist Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students with daily activities by transmitting spoken messages and environmental cues using sign language.
Use speech to interpret students’ responses to instructors and others as necessary, and facilitate communication between students and others.
Consult with teachers regarding the concerns of individual students.
Perform other duties as assigned.