Deaf Ed Sign Language Interpreter (BEI Basic)

Denton High School; Denton (TX); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Denton High School is seeking a Deaf Ed Sign Language Interpreter (BEI Basic) to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students across classrooms and campus activities. This role offers an hourly rate of $40.00 and requires BEI Basic certification or active process, plus related education and experience.

You will collaborate with teachers, follow district policies, and maintain confidentiality while providing interpreting and transliterating services in educational settings.

Qualificações

• Education and certification requirements include BEI Basic or active process per TEC rules.
• Observational/interpreting experience in K-12 settings preferred.
• Familiarity with professional guidelines for sign language interpreters in education.

Responsabilidades

• Provide interpretation and transliteration services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in classrooms and campus activities.
• Prepare for assignments by coordinating with teachers and content teams.
• Interpret in the student’s language mode as defined by IEP; transliterate when needed.
• Support student participation and assist with classroom activities and accommodations.

Conhecimentos

Sign language interpreting

ASL to English transliteration

Educational interpreting guidelines

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or related field

Ferramentas

Google Workspace

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Deaf Ed Sign Language Interpreter (BEI Basic)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976071
Application Deadline: Nov 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Campus Administrator and Supervisor of Denton Regional Day School Program for the Deaf

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Pay Family: Specialized Pay

PC Assignment: Deaf Ed Inter I (Basic)

Hourly Rate: $40.00

PC Assignment Code: 73703

Duty Days: 187 days per school year

This position is funded through tuition and state allotment revenue, and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of those funds.

Primary Purpose:

Facilitate communication for students who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing sign language interpreting and transliterating services in educational settings. Support student learning and engagement by adapting to individual communication needs and assisting with classroom activities as directed.

Qualifications:

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification awarded by the Board of Evaluation of Interpreters, or evidence that certification is in process, according to Texas Education Code (TEC) 21.002, 21.003, and 29.304

or

• Associate degree or better from an accredited college or university, preferably in a related field
• Current certification awarded by the Board of Evaluation of Interpreters, or evidence that certification is in process, according to Texas Education Code (TEC) 21.002, 21.003, and 29.304

Experience

• Thirty (30) hours of educational interpreting observation experience, preferably in a public K-12 setting
• One (1) year of interpreting experience (preferred)

Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of professional guidelines for sign language interpreters in education
• Comprehensive knowledge of the code of ethics for sign language interpreters in education
• Comprehensive knowledge of language deprivation and its effect on K-12 interpreting
• Ability to interpret from spoken English into ASL
• Ability to interpret from ASL into spoken English
• Ability to transliterate from spoken English into signed English
• Ability to read written English documents and translate them into ASL
• Ability to speak effectively in front of classrooms or crowds when needed
• Ability to read and write routine reports and electronic correspondence
• Proficient skill in keyboarding and Google Workspace

Key Responsibilities:

Interpretation & Communication Support

• Provide interpretation and transliteration services using signed and spoken communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in educational settings, including classroom, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities, school-related programs and meetings, and other situations. Assess student needs and the interpreting situation before and during assignments and adjust as needed
• Prepare for classroom subject matter by proactively communicating with the teacher and/or content area/grade level team and researching or studying before the assignment
• Interpret or transliterate in the mode that reflects the student’s language use, as outlined in the student’s IEP

Student & Instructional Support

• Work with the classroom teacher to adapt classroom/school activities to promote the meaningful participation of students who are deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH)
• Model social strategies to encourage interaction between students who are DHH and others
• Ensure incidental information (i.e., peer interactions, announcements, and unfamiliar concepts) is interpreted
• Assist instructional staff in implementing a student’s Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)

Professional Responsibilities & Compliance

• Exercise discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information
• Collect and record data on student progress on academic and functional IEP goals using criteria developed by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee

• Attend any district-required professional development as determined by the RDSPD Supervisor
• Maintain state licensure annually and submit proof to the Lead Interpreter
• Complete the necessary 100 hours of professional development to acquire 10.0 CEUs every 5 years; Submit proof of certification renewal to the Lead Interpreter

Additional Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned
• Perform additional duties assigned to support the mission and goals of the district and campus

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; hearing aids, assisted listening devices

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; moderate walking

Lifting: Frequent light lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; occasional district-wide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > Hard of Hearing

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]