Substitute American Sign Language Interpreter (2026-2027 School Year)
About The Position
The Substitute ASL Interpreter supports students with hearing impairments in the educational setting and performs the roles and responsibilities of a school-based paraprofessional for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Placements may be for a full or partial day. The position is in the Exceptional Student Services department and reports to the Executive Director Student Services and Educational Excellence. The hourly rate is $38.00. Employment offers are contingent upon funding, and all employees are subject to a criminal background check. The work takes place in indoor classroom settings and outdoor playground environments, in all weather conditions and temperatures. The role involves contact with the public, employees, children, and parents, and exposure to noise, dust, gas, and fumes. Physical duties require exertion and movement, including sitting and moving for extended periods, traveling between locations, reaching, bending, holding, and grasping objects. Assistance is available for physically demanding tasks. The role also requires verbal communication and the ability to communicate in writing, read, analyze and evaluate data and reports, develop, implement and evaluate plans, manage the work environment, promote learning and safety, and follow written and oral instructions and information gained by observing and listening.
Requirements
- Experience working with children with hearing impairments.
- Ability to sign.
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff.
- Verbal communication ability.
- Ability to perform duties involving physical exertion and movement, including sitting and moving for extended periods, moving between locations, reaching, bending, holding, and grasping objects.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, read, analyze and evaluate data and reports, develop, implement and evaluate plans, and follow written and oral instructions.
Nice To Haves
- ASL interpreter certification preferred, through the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing or by passing the EIPA exam.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to students with hearing impairments in the educational setting.
- Support the consistent and ongoing modification of instruction and development of associated educational materials.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including eating or feeding, grooming, dressing, use of assistive devices, mobility, toileting, transfers, and positioning.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Promote student learning and ensure safety.
- Communicate with parents and staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
