26-27 Educational Interpreter-DHH Program.pdf

Eisencoop; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 49,124 - 57,917; Full time

Job summary

A local educational cooperative is seeking an Educational Interpreter for the DHH Program. The role involves conveying messages to students who are deaf and assisting the teacher with educational tasks. The position starts on August 10, 2026, and offers a salary range between $49,124.80 and $57,917.60 based on experience. Candidates must have a State Board of Education approval as an educational interpreter. This is an equal opportunity position located in Crestwood and Palos Heights, Illinois.

Qualifications

• Statement of Approval from the Illinois State Board of Education for educational interpreter.

Responsibilities

• Convey the spoken message to students who are deaf/hard of hearing via sign language.
• Assist the assigned teacher with educational responsibilities.

Job description

Notice of Anticipated Vacancy

(2026-2027 School Year)

Position

Educational Interpreter – DHH Program

Location

Crestwood and Palos Heights

Start Date

Anticipated August 10, 2026

Qualifications

Statement of Approval from the Illinois State Board of Education for educational interpreter

Job Summary

The Educational Interpreter conveys the spoken message to students who are deaf/hard of hearing at their level of language comprehension via sign language and fingerspelling and assists the assigned teacher with educational responsibilities.

Salary and Benefits

80% of Certified Salary schedule. Salary range: $49,124.80 - $57,917.60 (+ longevity) depends on experience.

Educational Interpreter Salary and Benefit Information.

Contact

c/o Jami Cyrier
5318 W. 135th Street
708-389-7580

Equal Opportunity

The Eisenhower Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Eisenhower Cooperative does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, disability, unfavorable military discharge, or any other unlawful basis in the recruitment, selection, or employment of its employees.

Legal and Policy Requirements

Illinois School Code Section 10-21.9 requires employees to authorize an investigation to determine if they have been convicted of certain enumerated offenses. All personnel must file a medical examination including a tuberculin test and provide required documentation for immigration and work authorization. All personnel must also comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.