Educational Sign Language Interpreter - 1.0 FTE

Sioux Falls School DistrictSioux Falls, SD
3d$28

About The Position

We want YOU here! Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students each day? As an Educational Sign Language Interpreter, you’ll help create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment by bridging communication and building connections. This role is about more than just interpreting—it’s about empowering students, supporting their growth, and being a valued member of a collaborative team. If you're passionate about communication, equity, and helping students thrive, we invite you to join us.

Requirements

  • Registered and Certified in the state of South Dakota and holding a level III South Dakota Certificate, level III NAD certificate, RID certificate, NIC, an individual certified by the department using the EIPA assessment score of 3.5 or higher, or a South Dakota provisional certificate.
  • The position requires frequent time periods of sitting, standing, walking, and speaking.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret oral communication into sign language and signed communication into spoken English in general education classes (this may include American Sign Language, Manually Coded English, Pidgin Signed English and/or Oral Interpreting).
  • Facilitate communication among students who are deaf or hard of hearing, the classroom teacher and other personnel in the school district.
  • Provide direct tutorial assistance in areas of academic support.
  • Convey the content of the message clearly and accurately according to the receptive language level of the student.
  • Adhere to the rules of confidentiality required of all school staff.
  • Maintain professional standards as defined in the Code of Ethics of the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
  • Participate in educational team activities either in person or via a report. Activities may include team meeting, Individualized Education Program (IEP) conference, Multidisciplinary Team meetings and/or informal staff meetings. Input from the interpreter is valuable information in regards to communication strategies and progress related to the child’s use of the interpreter.
  • Assist in communication throughout the school day as stated in the IEP.
  • Preview materials, conference with teachers, record data in logs, research signs, etc.
  • The above list of essential functions and elements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Benefits

  • Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
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