Deaf Co-Op Interpreter (RDSPD) 2025-2026

Fort Bend Independent School District; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Interpreter for the Deaf to join their team. This role is crucial in providing effective communication for deaf and hearing-impaired students, ensuring they have equal access to educational opportunities. The ideal candidate will be skilled in sign language interpretation and possess a strong understanding of deaf culture. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives while working closely with teachers and educational teams. If you are passionate about supporting diverse learners and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Certificate in interpreting for the deaf is essential.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for individuals with hearing impairment in instructional settings.
• Assist teachers and provide support in the classroom.

Skills

Sign Language Interpretation

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Knowledge of Deaf Culture

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Interpreting

Certificate in Interpreting for the Deaf

Job description

Job Description

Job Overview
The Interpreter Deaf Co-Op (RDSPD) will participate as a member of the educational team as interpreter for the deaf to successfully interpret/translate for the deaf/hearing impaired and assist teachers in the classroom in order to provide educational opportunities to ensure student success.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret/translate for individuals with hearing impairment in instructional settings
• Prepare for interpreting assignments by study of subject matter and sign language vocabulary
• Assist in providing information about deafness and the role of the educational interpreter
• Participate as a member of the educational team to review assigned student/classroom information and provide input and/or attend educational team meetings
• Attend district provided professional development courses related to educational interpreting and/or education for the deaf
• Assist RDSPD teachers with materials and provide clerical duties as assigned
• Provide lunchroom supervision and supervise student rest periods (as appropriate to educational setting)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree or higher related to interpreting or the field of deaf/hard of hearing preferred
• Certificate in interpreting for the deaf issued by the Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (BEI) or the Registry of Interpreters (RID)
• Experience working with children preferred
• Have a working knowledge of the Code of Ethics established by the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf and endorsed by Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

• This position is funded by grant funds. This position may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available.

Primary Location

: TEXAS-SUGAR LAND

Work Locations

: SETTLERS WAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3015 SETTLERS WAY BLVD. SUGAR LAND 77479

Job

: Staff

Organization

: DEPARTMENT

Position Calendar : 187AU1

School Year : 2025-2026

Salary Grade : 506

Unposting Date

: Oct 1, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

Salary Structure

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