Sign Language Facilitator

Southern Oregon Education Service District•Jackson, OR

5d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) is seeking a dedicated and skilled sign language facilitator to join our dynamic team. As a sign language facilitator, you will be supported by highly trained educational interpreters and work towards developing a career of which you can be proud. This position will serve students ranging from Pre-K-12th grade who utilize a variety of communication modalities. Commitment to professionalism, growth and working as a dynamic educational team member, while carrying out your interpreting assignment is vital to the success of our program. As a sign language facilitator, you will be responsible for preparing for classes, working toward ongoing professional goals, following the Code of Professional Conduct, informally assessing student language skills and working to ensure that the educational team operates cohesively via the sharing of information. Working for the SOESD will give the successful candidate a unique experience to change the lives of students. Applicants should understand the importance of positive relationships with students, professional colleagues, and the spirit of teamwork. We are passionate about the importance of inclusion and believe in the power of education to transform lives. If you share these views and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people, then this could be the perfect role for you. About SOESD Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley, the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon, home to legendary snow-skiing, white-water rafting, kayaking, hiking, fishing, as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries, the Britt Music Festivals, the Ashland Independent Film Festival, and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent; and any additional instructional-assistant qualification required for the specific assignment under state or federal law.
Certificate of completion from an Interpreter Training Program, or extensive background and experience with sign language, including regular contact with deaf children or adults.
Demonstrated proficiency in sign language sufficient to perform the assigned facilitator duties.
Attestation of compliance with the 2005 NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct identified in OAR 816-065-0000, to the extent applicable to the employee's assigned role.
Travel to and work at multiple assigned SOESD, school district, and community locations during the workday.
Some assignments may require the employee to legally operate a motor vehicle and meet SOESD driving requirements.
Successfully complete all required fingerprinting and criminal records checks and remain eligible for employment under applicable laws, rules, and District requirements.
An equivalent combination of relevant experience, education, training, and certification that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered by the District as an alternative to the stated education and experience qualifications.
The employee and supervisor must create, sign, and follow a written Interpreter Qualification Development Plan for attaining the remaining qualifications required to become an educational sign language interpreter.
The employee must make timely and satisfactory progress and complete the plan within the allotted time.

Nice To Haves

A score of 3.0 or higher on the EIPA Performance Assessment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate direct communication with students using the signed communication mode required for the assignment and in a manner appropriate to each student's communication level.
Do not independently interpret or transliterate between spoken English and a signed language.
Instruct students in the correct use of an interpreter, as directed by the PDHH teacher.
Orient regular classroom teachers about the role of interpreters and suggested classroom adaptations, as directed by the PDHH teacher.
Adhere to all rules and protocols governing students' confidentiality rights.
Develop and implement an individual ongoing program of professional growth that includes fluency, vocabulary building, and language skills, and participate in an assigned skill-development mentoring program.
Participate, upon request, in parent conferences and IEP meetings in the assigned facilitator role; do not serve as the interpreter for any participant.
Demonstrate active participation in staff meetings and in-services.
Attend conferences, workshops, and job-related training programs as requested.
Maintain an assigned communication-support log to be available to the PDHH teacher.
Demonstrate both written and oral command of the English language, including correct use of syntax and grammar.
Demonstrate a developing comprehension of the assigned course subject matter.
Provide tutorial support to deaf and hard-of-hearing students as assigned.
Act as a liaison between PDHH staff and mainstream staff, providing relevant feedback regarding student progress.
Participate in a daily preventive physical warm-up.
Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment under the direction of the PDHH teacher and within the permitted scope of this position.
Implement the written Interpreter Qualification Development Plan and develop increasing proficiency toward qualification for an interpreter position.
Travels to and works at multiple SOESD, school district, and community locations as assigned, including travel between locations during the workday, and reports to each location as scheduled.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with SOESD employees, local education agency representatives, and others contacted during the course of the workday.
Follow established SOESD policies and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2182.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
9 paid holidays
A generous sick, vacation and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance: OEBB MODA Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
Options: Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts – medical, day-care expenses
Optional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
403(b)
Mercy Flights Membership