Asl Interpreter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Degree of coursework in an educationally related field
• BA Degree preferred and/or a graduate of an interpreter training program
• An educational interpreter performance assessment (EIPA) score of at least 4.0 or working toward qualified certification
• Registry of interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification
• NAD-RID certification (NIC) at a certified level
• BEI2
• Knowledge of implications of deafness on childhood development
• Skills necessary to support and foster an effective team working environment
• Ability and willingness to support and instruct DHH students in acquiring ASL as an optional first language
• Knowledge of and ability to use technology for the purposes of organization, communication, and developing and providing accommodations to students

Responsibilities

• Accompany students to class and interpret lectures, lessons, and any other information presented to students
• Support and instruct DHH students in acquiring ASL as an optional first language
• Sign-to-voice interpretation for students to teachers, service providers and peers
• Prepare for interpreted class time by reviewing books, materials, and other instructional information
• Participate, as a member of the educational team, in team meetings, development of the students individualized education plans, and student evaluations
• Maintain classroom discipline, through a cooperative effort with the teacher, by implementing behavioral management programming
• Provide input and feedback to the supervising teacher, as requested
• Follow and support the implementation of student IEPs and related recommendations
• Continue educational and professional growth in order to maintain all required interpreter certifications
• Demonstrate the principles of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence
• Adhere to Coloma policies and procedures, complete assigned responsibilities within agree-upon or established timelines, and perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Supervisor

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• MPSERS Retirement System
• Paid Sick and personal days
• BCBS & Priority Health Medical Insurance(some plans free to employees)
• Dental & Vision