Sign Language Interpreter 7.5 hrs/day (26-27 school year)

Iowa City Community School District • Iowa City, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sign Language Interpreter provides communication access for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role involves interpreting classroom instruction, facilitating communication between students and teachers, and supporting the educational development of students in compliance with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The interpreter's primary responsibility is to interpret between spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL) or another signed visual system at a fluent rate. This position is for the 26-27 school year, with 7.5 hours per day, totaling 175 days plus up to 2 additional in-service days, for a total of 177 days.

Requirements

• Passed the National Association of the Deaf/Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (NAD/RID) National Interpreter Certification (NIC) examination after November 30, 2011
• Passed one of the following examinations administered by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID): Oral Transliteration Certificate (OTC) or Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI)
• Passed the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a score of 3.5 or above after December 31, 1999
• Passed the Cued Language Transliterator National Certification Examination (CLTNCE) administered by The National Certifying Body for Cued Language Transliterators
• Currently holds one of the following NAD/RID certifications awarded through November 30, 2011, by the National Council on Interpreting (NCI): National Interpreter Certification (NIC), National Interpreter Certification Advanced (NIC Advanced), or National Interpreter Certification Master (NIC Master)
• Currently holds one of the following certifications previously awarded by the RID: Certificate of Interpretation (CI), Certificate of Transliteration (CT), Certificate of Interpretation and Certificate of Transliteration (CI and CT), Interpretation Certificate/Transliteration Certificate or Comprehensive Skills Certificate (CSC)
• Currently holds one of the following certifications previously awarded by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD): NAD III (Generalist), NAD IV (Advanced), or NAD V (Master)
• Currently holds an advanced or master certification awarded by the Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI)
• High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

• Para Certificate or Post-Secondary Education preferred
• Experience in a K-12 education system is preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and effective sign language interpretation for classroom instruction, meetings, and school activities.
• Confer and plan with the educational team to prepare for interpreting.
• Assist with classroom modifications when appropriate, as determined by the student’s IEP, educational team, or in consultation with other direct service personnel.
• Facilitate communication between students, educators, and peers to ensure understanding and participation.
• Work closely with special education staff, general education teachers, and other support personnel to adapt instructional materials and methods to meet the needs of students.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of appropriate communication strategies.
• Assist in developing a positive, inclusive environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Stay updated on best practices in sign language interpretation and special education.
• Maintain accurate records of services provided and contribute to documentation for IEPs and progress reports.
• May support in the transition of students on and off the bus, as well as when needed riding the bus to support students based on student needs.
• Create and maintain positive working relationships with the school community, students, and other employees.
• May interpret for school-sponsored functions outside of the classroom during regularly scheduled hours.
• Attends work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary and calendar year to be evaluated in accordance with the Negotiated Agreement between the Iowa City Education Association and the Iowa City Community School District.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees