Educational Interpreter (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District • Tucson, AZ

13h

About The Position

Facilitates communication between deaf and hard of hearing students and their hearing peers, teachers and others through interpreting and transliterating – voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice.

Requirements

• Associates Degree
• Minimum score of 3.5 on Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation, Signed English, fingerspelling and/or other modes of communication with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students and adults.
• Basic knowledge of child development and language development.
• Familiarity with deaf culture and cultural diversity.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
• MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree, or higher
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
• Certified, Advanced, or Master
• Previous experience working with youth or adults in educational interpreting and/or tutoring.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree