Translator/Interpreter - Signing
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteTempe, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Interpret classroom instruction for deaf and hard of hearing students across various settings, including assemblies, programs, and video screenings. Accompany students to all activities and assist them in communicating with teachers and peers. Convey lessons accurately, prepare vocabulary, and tutor students on assignments as needed. Review subject material, work with teachers to select appropriate sign language terms, and monitor student progress and behavior. Assist teachers during non-instructional time and supervise students as requested. Perform other duties assigned while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to district policies. Work 189 days in an elementary or middle school setting, reporting to the Specialist for Hearing Impaired or Principal.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum passing score of 3.5 or higher on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
- Valid Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and/or Certificate of Transliteration (CT) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
- Valid certificate from the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) at level 3 or higher
- A valid State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) fingerprint clearance card
- Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and/or Signing Exact English (SEE)
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of interpretation and the ability to accurately and effectively interpret for the deaf and hard of hearing
- Knowledge of early childhood or adolescent learning methods and techniques
- Knowledge of District policies and procedures affecting assigned work
- Knowledge of District behavior modification program
- Knowledge of reading readiness skills and strategies
- Knowledge of testing procedures and State standards
- Skill interpreting school lessons
- Skill assisting teachers with student learning
- Skill monitoring and assisting students
- Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Skill communicating orally and in writing
- Skill utilizing classroom supplies and equipment
- Skill in maintaining confidential files and records
- Skill in administering tests
- Ability to work with culturally diverse students
- Ability to obtain certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid
Desired Qualifications
- Three (3) years of experience working with children
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