ASL Interpreter

Tulsa Public Schools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits packages

Job summary

Tulsa Public Schools is seeking an ASL Interpreter to provide effective communication for deaf or hard of hearing individuals. The role involves serving as a substitute interpreter and ensuring communication access between spoken and sign language. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and meet ongoing education requirements. The position is integral to fostering an inclusive learning environment that supports the district's mission of preparing every student for success.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an Interpreter training program or obtained a Bachelor's degree.
• Needs three or more years in a field of deaf education or relevant interpreting experience.
• Annual continuing education of 10 hours required.

Responsibilities

• Provide communication access for a deaf or hard of hearing individual.
• Serve as a substitute interpreter as needed.

Skills

Certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

National Association for the Deaf (NAD) Level IV or better

Quality Assurance Screening Test (QAST) Level III or better

Signed Exact English Level 3.5 or better

National Council for Interpreters (NIC) Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Interpreter training program

Three years in deaf education

Job description

ASL Interpreter

Grade: Varies depending on certification.

Salary Schedule Levels

• Level 1- QAST I or EIPA up to 2.5
• Level 2- QAST II or EIPA 2.6-3.4
• Level 3- QAST III or EIPA 3.5-4.4
• Level 4/NAD 3- QAST IV or EIPA 4.5
• Level 5/NAD 4- QAST V
• RID CI or RID CN/NAD 5
• RID CSC or CI/CT-RID: NIC, RID:ED K-12

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit: Compensation and Benefits website.

Position Summary

Serves as a substitute interpreter when needed to provide communication access for a deaf or hard of hearing individual between spoken and sign language communication.

Minimum Qualifications

• As set forth in the Educational Interpreter for the Deaf Act (70 O.S. & 13-115.3) and the State Board of Education rules (OAC 210:15 -13-) an Educational interpreter must have completed one of the following:
  • Interpreter training program
  • Obtained a Bachelor’s degree
  • Worked three or more years in a field of deaf education, which would include interpreting in non-educational settings, such as a church, etc.
• In addition to the above requirements, an educational interpreter must also maintain one of the following:
  • Certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
  • National Association for the Deaf (NAD) Level IV or better
  • Quality Assurance Screening Test (QAST) Level III or better
  • Signed Exact English Level 3.5 or better
  • National Council for Interpreters (NIC) Certification
  • Educational Interpreters Proficiency Assessment (EIPA) Level 3.5 or higher in the area for which they are certified (elementary or secondary)

Continuing Education

• The minimum level of continuing education, as set forth by your type of certification, must be met annually. This equals out to 10 hours of workshops, seminars, etc. Documentation of such must be presented to the Interpreter Coordinator by January 31st, as this is the deadline for QAST.

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.