Sign Language Interpreter at Catawba County Schools

JOB TITLE:Sign-Language Interpreter (Deaf/Hard of Hearing Educational Interpreter)FLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptBENEFITS STATUS: Full-Time 7.5 Hours/DaySALARY RANGE (Hourly): $18.23 $25.60 BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEGENERAL STATE OF JOBThe Sign Language Interpreter (DHH Educational Interpreter) will assist the Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing to provide services necessary for the educational programming and academic improvement of children aged birth to 21 years with a diagnosed hearing loss as assigned by the supervising Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Under the supervision of the Exceptional Childrens Director or other designee and Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing the educational interpreter assists teachers and offers support in the implementation of instructional activities in the school setting. He/she will use a variety of methods materials and equipment at the direction of and in support of the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSFacilitates communication between the student and his peers and the student and adults in the school environment.Studies the lesson content prior to class to ensure an accurate representation of the material.Tutors students who are deaf or hard of hearing under the direction of the teacher.Provides feedback to teachers upon request.Serves as a liaison to promote positive and cooperative relationships within the school environment.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSFollows all school policies as stated in individual school handbooks. Attends in-service programs and staff meetings as they relate to general information distributed to the faculty issues that deal specifically with the educational setting or Interpreter/Cued Language Transliterator development. Teaches interpreting/transliterating classes to students or staff as needed.MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCEAA degree in interpreting or related fieldAt least a 3.5 on the EIPAIndividuals serving as an Educational Interpreter must annually complete 20 hours of professional learning related to interpreting that the local education agency has approved.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESCompetence in the communication modality used by the student who is deaf or hard of hearing.Competence in English grammar including syntax spelling and punctuation.Working knowledge of typical language development.Strong interpersonal skills in relating to students and adults.Working knowledge of the subjects being interpreted.Understanding of deafness and its impact on language development.Skill in expressive transliterating/interpreting at a rate commensurate with conversational speech and class lectures.Adequate reverse interpreting/transliterating skill while maintaining the integrity of the message.Ability to work as part of an Individualized Education Program team.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSPhysical Requirements: Must be physically able to lift and move objects related to thejob functions. Physical demand requirements are for light work.Language Ability:Requires the ability to read forms and materials associated with the job functions.Intelligence:Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry outinstructions furnished in written or oral form.Verbal Aptitude:Requires the ability to record and deliver information to explain procedures and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English.Numerical Aptitude:Requires the ability to add subtract divide and multiply.Motor Coordination:Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes accurately in using instructional objects.Color Discrimination:Requires the ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color.Physical Communications:Requires the ability to talk and hear.DISCLAIMERThis job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. It is not a contract or guarantee of employment salary or benefits. Key Skills Continuous Integration,Customer Service,Communication skills,Deaf Education,LAMP Stack,Medical Terminology,Smartsheet,Translation,Interpretation,Child Protective Services,Public Speaking,Social Work Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 18 - 25