Interpreter DHH (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

About The Position

Under the supervision of an administrator and direction of a certificated/licensed staff, Interpreting Services supports student achievement in the academic setting by effectively facilitating signed and/or spoken communication for d/Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students, parents and staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Some positions require in-service, training or course work in first aide, symptoms of child abuse, and/or symptoms and signs of illness
Some positions may require knowledge of various sign language modalities
Proven use of effective collaboration skills
Proficient oral/signed and written English communication skills required
Proficient personal relationship skills
Ability to work with students who demonstrate the need for intensive services in one or more categorical areas
Demonstrated proficiency in developing and delivering training to meet the targeted needs of the identified audience
Proficient problem solving skills
Demonstrated acumen in completing tasks and dealing with situations related to the essential functions of the position
General knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
Read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others
Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: American Sign Language, Pidgeon Signed English, Manually Coded English, English
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality (e.g. NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct, EIPA Code of Ethics)
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
Be able to work in various weather conditions
Be able to react immediately to an emergency situation for the safety and welfare of the students and staff.
Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead
Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of physical activity
Be able to demonstrate good finger dexterity

Nice To Haves

Certification and/or licensure is preferred. Accepted certification are as follows:
EIPA: 4.0 minimum, must retake every five years unless score is 5.0
KQAS: 4.0 minimum, must maintain current certification
RID: National Interpreter Certification (e.g. certified interpreter/transliterator, certified deaf interpreter, certified oral interpreter) must maintain current certification
Certifications by other states may be accepted, must be current
A two year Professional Development Plan is available twice for interpreters who scored at least a 3.0 on the EIPA while developing their skills to achieve a minimum 4.0 score on the EIPA

Responsibilities

Assesses classroom, assembly hall, and other room setups (e.g. volume level, visibility, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper setup to facilitate deaf and hard of hearing students' learning
Attends in¬services, workshops and training for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information related to job functions and maintaining interpreter certification
Submits an Interpreting Services report to be included in the IEP
Attends Individual Education Program meetings, as assigned, for the purpose of providing necessary input into the evaluation of students' communication needs
Actively collaborates with teachers and IEP team members for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementation of students' objectives
Follows strict code of ethics for the purpose of ensuring that student confidentiality is maintained
Facilitates all communication in all educational settings (e.g. lesson being taught, teacher interactions, student interactions, students' questions, assemblies, speakers, environmental noises, alarms, announcements, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that student receives equal access to information being presented
Reviews materials to be presented by teachers and other speakers for the purpose of facilitating unfamiliar terms/materials for the student
Supports self-advocacy on the part of the student for the purpose of preparing the student to become increasingly independent
Maintain high level of confidentiality of information regarding students and staff information and issues
Model appropriate behavior for students
Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff
Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, staff, and parents
Communicate with students, parents, instructional and support staff by letter, phone, e-mail, fax or personal contact as directed by the administrator or classroom teacher
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Attend and participate in staff meetings and parent conferences as required
Acquire a minimum of 20 hours of in-service annually. After 3 years a minimum of 10 in-service hours is required. (Interpreting Services staff are encouraged to take advantage of in-services provided by the building or district)
Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.