Sign Language Interpreter

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sign Language Interpreter performs highly skilled professional interpreter/tutor duties that provide students who have an educationally significant hearing loss with an established system of sign communication and equal opportunities to access the regular curriculum. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time. Reports consistently for work as scheduled Performs other duties as assigned Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards Analyzes student communication needs and adapts signing level for student Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required Clearly conveys educational concepts and facilitates student understanding of the educational material Communicates with parents on a regular basis regarding student needs and progress Coordinates instruction by maintaining regular communication with classroom teachers to identify concepts, specific vocabulary, and necessary materials for tutoring Determines and interprets in the most appropriate linguistic mode all classroom activities (teacher language, peer discussions, student contributions, films, assemblies, etc.) for assigned deaf/hard of hearing student Educates others regarding the implications of hearing loss Educates the student and other professionals in understanding the role of the interpreter Encourages direct communication across various interactions Evaluates and ensures that the physical setting of the room will maximize instruction effectively for the hearing impaired Independently facilitates all communication in the classroom for deaf/hard of hearing student Interprets all oral communication accurately so that the intent and spirit of the message is conveyed Makes recommendations in the IEP. team meeting for students receiving services Promotes student independence Promotes student’s participation in classroom discussions and activities Routinely assesses student progress, changes, problems and equipment needs, and informs appropriate service provider or coordinator Serves as a consultant regarding strategies to: Understands, prepares, and communicates instruction for content and message delivery

Requirements

Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to create training materials, related documentation, and to train others
Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems, including databases and spreadsheets
Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Ability to operate standard office equipment, performing a wide range of supportive tasks
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Ability to work well others and share knowledge in a team environment
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
Demonstrated fluency in Standard English
Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum content at the elementary and secondary level
Demonstrated understanding of: Child development curriculum; language development – deafness; the educational process for deaf children; teaching and tutoring methods for working individually and as part of a team in teaching or tutoring deaf children in a classroom setting
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
Detail-oriented
Dress in a manner that will assist the student in reading signs
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Expressive and receptive interpreting/transliterating skills in appropriate sign language system (American Sign Language, SEE, etc.)
General knowledge of language acquisition and development in deaf/hearing impaired students
Interact efficiently with other departments and locations to resolve issues and document solutions
Knowledge and adherence to Code of Ethics of Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
Knowledge of and follow school policies and procedures and defer discipline to the appropriate authority, except in situations where student safety is jeopardized
Knowledge of deaf culture
Maintain an impartial attitude during interpreting and avoid interjection of personal views or advice
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding the student(s) within the educational team working directly with the student(s)
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
Associate's degree or two or more years (48 semester hours or more of college with no degree)
Authorization: Educational Interpreter - Colorado Department of Education

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)

Responsibilities

Reports consistently for work as scheduled
Performs other duties as assigned
Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Analyzes student communication needs and adapts signing level for student
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Clearly conveys educational concepts and facilitates student understanding of the educational material
Communicates with parents on a regular basis regarding student needs and progress
Coordinates instruction by maintaining regular communication with classroom teachers to identify concepts, specific vocabulary, and necessary materials for tutoring
Determines and interprets in the most appropriate linguistic mode all classroom activities (teacher language, peer discussions, student contributions, films, assemblies, etc.) for assigned deaf/hard of hearing student
Educates others regarding the implications of hearing loss
Educates the student and other professionals in understanding the role of the interpreter
Encourages direct communication across various interactions
Evaluates and ensures that the physical setting of the room will maximize instruction effectively for the hearing impaired
Independently facilitates all communication in the classroom for deaf/hard of hearing student
Interprets all oral communication accurately so that the intent and spirit of the message is conveyed
Makes recommendations in the IEP. team meeting for students receiving services
Promotes student independence
Promotes student’s participation in classroom discussions and activities
Routinely assesses student progress, changes, problems and equipment needs, and informs appropriate service provider or coordinator
Serves as a consultant regarding strategies to:
Understands, prepares, and communicates instruction for content and message delivery

Benefits

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
Please note fingerprinting and background checks are required for all positions.
Explanations of benefits and benefits eligibility can be found in the most recent benefits guide on the Employee Benefits page of the ASD20 website.

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