Sign Language Interpreter for 2025-2026 School Year

Illinois Association Of School • Oak Forest, IL

337d

About The Position

The position involves assisting the teacher in providing specific instructional services for each assigned student based on their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The role includes tutoring pupils, conducting small group academic instruction, and assisting in the organization of assignments and materials. The individual will respond to student questions, assist in gross and fine motor instruction, and support art, music, and special projects. Additionally, the position requires assisting in routine testing procedures and facilitating communication between students and teachers, particularly for those with hearing impairments. The role also includes clerical and organizational tasks such as preparing bulletin boards, maintaining supplies, and ensuring a neat work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Ability to interpret/transliterate in classes for assigned hearing impaired students
• Working knowledge of the Code of Ethics of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
• Certificate of completion of an interpreter training program or Illinois Type 10 Certificate in DHH, Highly Qualified EIPA/3.0 or higher

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in the provision of specific instructional services for each assigned student based on the IEP
• Under teacher supervision, tutors pupils and conducts small group academic instruction
• Assists in the organization of assignments and materials as directed
• Responds to student questions using an appropriate language model and according to the needs of the student
• Assists in gross and fine motor instruction as appropriate
• Assists in art, music and special projects
• Under teacher supervision, assists in routine testing procedure and assists diagnostic personnel in communicating with hearing impaired students during evaluation situations
• Assists teacher in grading and recording student work
• Assists in charting students progress as directed
• Assists in supervision and organization of field trips
• Acts as liaison with substitute teacher and class
• Interprets for students with hearing impairments in regular education academic or special classes as assigned using signed English
• Facilitates communication between student's general and special education teachers
• Also assists students without disabilities in general classes during independent class work
• Interprets or translates for students with hearing impairments in counseling and discipline situations and other pertinent activities as specified on IEP
• Maintains a notebook of vocabulary and assignments to be available to substitute interpreters
• Conducts sign language in-service classes or workshops for hearing students, teacher, other personnel or parents as requested
• Participates in workshops for students with hearing impairments and/or school personnel regarding the role of the interpreter as needed
• Substitutes in a class when another interpreter is absent and an outside substitute is unavailable
• Assists students with bathroom/hygiene needs according to teacher request for needs of students; uses appropriate sanitation during these activities
• Assists with playground duties and lunchroom supervision as requested
• Demonstrates commitment to the safety of students by knowing emergency procedures, ways to avoid injuries, and anticipating and avoiding injuries
• Follows through on behavior programs, including handling minor behavior situations
• Assists students on and off buses and to classes or other area as designated
• Assists in appropriate positioning of students, where applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Prepares and changes bulletin boards under teacher supervision
• Assists in collecting and collating required forms, receipts and monies
• Assists in coordinating and submitting staff and student attendance
• Assists in organizing and maintaining supplies and materials
• Demonstrates care for and correct use and maintenance of equipment
• Maintains files as requested by teacher
• Escorts students to and from activities and locations
• Assists in inventory, packing and unpacking
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining a neat and orderly work environment

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are determined by the Board of Directors of SWCCCASE

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED