Interpreter II

To provide interpreting and transliterating services for hearing impaired students. Key responsibilities include providing interpreting and transliterating services for assigned hearing impaired student; upholding school rules and policies; assisting in evaluating appropriate interpreting methods for mainstream classes in collaboration with the student’s case manager; aiding in normal classroom routines by clarifying concepts and guiding students; coordinating tutoring or follow-up sessions; serving as a liaison between the student’s case manager and regular classroom teachers; interpreting for hearing impaired individuals involved in Mesa Public Schools programs; referring questions to the appropriate case manager; interpreting at special activities; pursuing ongoing professional growth as an educational interpreter; maintaining regular attendance; performing other duties as assigned by the Hearing Impaired Program Regional Director and related duties to support the work unit; and assisting with other area duties as appropriate. The position emphasizes interpreting proficiency in ASL or other sign systems, ethics adherence, collaboration with educators, classroom presence, and the ability to support deaf or hard-of-hearing students in various school settings. The role is anchored in Mesa Public Schools’ Equal Opportunity employment stance and requires engagement with classrooms, teachers, administrators, and special education staff while supporting student outcomes.