Sign Language Interpreter

Glendale Community College • Glendale, CA

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About The Position

Provides interpretation and translation services using American Sign Language/Signed English for deaf and hard of hearing students and college staff during classes, academic activities and college events. Supervision is provided by the Associate Dean of Disabled Student Program and Services. Day-to-day work direction is provided by the Lead Interpreter/Coordinator. Provides sign language interpreting and translation of classroom lectures simultaneously using correct English grammar. Facilitates communication between deaf and hard of hearing students and hearing faculty, staff and students in classrooms, meetings, activities, etc. Assesses a student's communication skills in speech, lip-reading, signs and finger spelling in order to utilize the most appropriate communication methods. Responds to student difficulties and concerns with understanding and sensitivity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior interpretation experience in a professional work setting.
• Graduation from an Interpreter Training Program (ITP).

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and translation services using American Sign Language/Signed English.
• Facilitate communication between deaf and hard of hearing students and hearing faculty, staff, and students.
• Assess students' communication skills to utilize appropriate communication methods.
• Respond to student difficulties and concerns with understanding and sensitivity.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED