Aide - Special Education Certified Deaf Education Interpreter

Abilene ISD; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene ISD is looking for a Certified Deaf Education Interpreter to facilitate communication among deaf or hard-of-hearing students and their peers. Ideal candidates should be energetic, possess strong interpersonal skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

The role involves providing interpreting services, conducting sign language classes, and participating in IEP meetings. The position is non-exempt, paying at the Clerical-Paraprofessional grade level.

Qualifications

• Candidates must display the ability to thrive in a challenging, creative, and informal working environment.
• Energetic self-starters with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to attend workshops and trainings to improve skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication among deaf or hard‑of‑hearing students and peers.
• Review material and introduce new vocabulary under teacher's supervision.
• Provide interpreting for various events and maintain educational records.
• Conduct sign language classes and participate in IEP meetings.
• Ensure a safe environment and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

American Sign Language

Conceptually Accurate Signed English

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aide - Special Education Certified Deaf Education Interpreter - JobID: 1920

Job Details

• Position Type: Special Education / Special Education
• Date Posted: 6/2/2026
• Location: Cooper High School
• Date Available: 08/10/2026

Primary Purpose

The school‑based Certified Deaf Ed Interpreter will work under the direction of the Deaf Education Coordinator and the teachers of the classrooms where they are assigned. The interpreter's primary function is to facilitate communication among deaf or hard‑of‑hearing students and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher, and other personnel in the school system.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must be energetic self‑starters with well‑developed interpersonal and communications skills. Candidates must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Successful candidates must display the ability to thrive in a challenging, creative, and informal working environment. Candidates need to be able to use American Sign Language and Conceptually Accurate Signed English; as well as, exhibit the ability to provide oral interpreting in mainstream settings. Candidates must also be willing to be life‑long learners who will be encouraged to attend all approved workshops, in‑services, online trainings, etc. to sharpen their skills.

Responsibilities

• Interact and communicate effectively as a team member with students, families, and teachers.
• When necessary, under the direction and supervision of the teacher, review material with D/HH students who have recently been presented in class, introduce new vocabulary, and establish signs for vocabulary that may be used in upcoming lessons.
• Provide interpreting for conferences (ARDs), telephone calls, assemblies, concerts, ceremonies, field trips, parent meetings, and extra‑curricular sports or activities beyond contract hours.
• Maintain and report special education records for services provided to the students.
• Conduct non‑credit sign language classes each fall and spring semester.
• Inform the teacher of special needs or problems of assigned students.
• Participate as part of an IEP team, providing insight and recommendations regarding communication in the development and review of progress on the IEP, including evaluations of student use of an interpreter.
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to student, parent, and staff information.
• Ensure a safe environment for students at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Administration.

Physical Requirements

• Standard office equipment (iPads and computers)
• Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Repetitive hand motions; moderate walking
• Work inside and outside (classroom settings)
• Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

Compensation

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑Exempt
Pay Grade: Clerical‑Paraprofessional - 8

The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job. I understand this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed.