26/27 EC Assistant - Hearing Impaired Interpreter 322016

322 Douglas Byrd High School; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools 322 Douglas Byrd High School in Fayetteville, NC seeks a Hearing-Impaired Interpreter to facilitate communication for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Starting Aug 12, 2026, you will interpret for classrooms, collaborate with staff, and support IEP goals under the supervision of the principal and teachers.

Requirements include a high school diploma and a Level 3 EIPA or state evaluation pass.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum EIPA Level 3 or passing state evaluation.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Interprets what teachers and others say for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
• Confers with teachers to assess communication needs.
• Prepares for interpreting by studying content and vocabulary lists.
• Attends IEP meetings as a team member to provide input.
• Acts as a liaison to promote positive relationships among students, staff and peers.

Skills

Interpreting

Communication

Liaison

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

EIPA Level 3 or state exam

Job description

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26/27 EC Assistant - Hearing Impaired Interpreter 322016

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Job Details

Job ID: 5705681
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Hearing-Impaired Interpreter

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma. Minimum of Level 3 on the Educational Interpreter Proficiency Assessment (EIPA) or a passing score on a state-level interpreting evaluation. No prior experience is required.

APPLICANT MUST UPLOAD:
1. Proof of High School Graduate: HR will accept a legible copy of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or college transcripts in PDF format.
2. Resume

REPORTS TO: Principal and Assigned Teacher(s)

JOB GOAL: To act as the facilitator of effective communication between the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students, the educational staff, and hearing peers in the educational environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interprets what teachers and others say, on a level that is understood by the student.

Confers with the teacher regarding the communication needs of the student.

Prepares for interpreting assignments by studying content areas, lesson plans, outlines, vocabulary lists, etc.

Assists with collection and correlation of data used in IEP assessment.

Tutors students according to directions given by the teacher.

Serves as a liaison to promote positive and cooperative relationships between hearing‑impaired students, school personnel, and other students.

Attends IEP meetings as a member of the educational team to provide input for educational goal assessment (not as an interpreter for meetings).

Attends workshops and in‑services for skill development.

Notifies the lead interpreter when the student is not present.

Serves as a team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer‑driven, and valuing fairness.

Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $2,985 to $4,225 Per Month
Job Categories:

Special Education > Hard of Hearing

Contact Information

• Kenneth Williams , Principal
• 322 Douglas Byrd High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]