Sign Language Interpreter - 77320

$34,000 - $70,000/Yr

Unclassified - Huntsville, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Huntsville, TX

About the position

The Sign Language Interpreter position at Windham School District involves providing interpretation services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in a mainstream classroom setting. The role requires adapting communication methods to meet the needs of students and participating as a cooperative member of the educational team. This position is essential for facilitating effective communication in educational environments, particularly within the Texas prison system.

Responsibilities

• Interpret instructor's lectures, comments, and questions for deaf/hard-of-hearing students in a mainstream classroom setting.
• Interpret students' questions and statements.
• Interpret for school functions as assigned.
• Adapt signing level and system to the communication needs of the students.
• Follow the code of ethics for certified interpreters.
• Participate cooperatively as a member of the educational team.
• Follow schedule as determined by the principal of assignment.
• Willing to improve signing skills through in-service, workshops and/or additional classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma from an accredited high school or hold GED.
• Certification from the Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) or the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License to drive to different prisons.
• Must be 21 years old.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in educational settings with deaf/hard-of-hearing students.
• Familiarity with the Texas prison system.

Benefits

• $10,000 Bonus
• Full-time employment with a Monday to Friday workweek.
• Day shifts.