Educational Interpreter for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing

$35,235 - $46,405/Yr

Muskegon Area Intermediate School District - Muskegon, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Muskegon, MI

Educational Services

About the position

The Educational Interpreter for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing facilitates communication between Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and non-signing members of the school community. This role is essential in supporting the educational experience of these students by ensuring effective communication and participation in the classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of student's IEP.
• Use the appropriate modality and language.
• Interpret at the appropriate language level of a student.
• Clearly convey all aspects of meaning and content.
• Ensure the goal of the lesson is clear.
• Make appropriate use of fingerspelling.
• Facilitate and support participation and social communication.
• Monitor student comprehension.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Qualified interpreter certification as defined in the Michigan Compiled Laws and known as the Deaf Persons' Interpreter Act approved at EIPA Level, BEI Level or NIC.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.

Nice-to-haves

• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Understanding organizational dynamics and serving as a strategic partner.
• Making complex, student-focused decisions.
• Taking initiative and adapting to changing resource requirements.
• Being authentic and providing actionable feedback.
• Being flexible and adaptable in uncertain situations.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance