Deaf Education Interpreter Intern - BEI Prep & Classroom Support

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 29,855 - 36,490; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Texas is seeking an Interpreter Intern to assist students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. This role involves providing in-class support according to Individualized Education Program (IEP) specifications and participating in professional development for certification. Candidates must have an Associate's degree or 60 credit hours and experience in educational settings. The position offers a salary starting at $33,173 with additional stipends based on certification level, and applications are accepted year-round.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree related to interpreting or Deafness.
• Passed the BEI Test of English Proficiency.
• Experience working with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff development for BEI interpreter certification.
• Provide in-class signed support as per IEP specifications.
• Assist in providing general supervision of students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.

Skills

Sign language proficiency

Ability to work with children

Education

Associate's degree or 60 credit hours

BEI Test of English Proficiency

Job description

• Associate's degree or 60 or more credit hours from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Associate's degree related to interpreting or in the field of Deafness preferred.
• Passed the BEI Test of English Proficiency.
• Ability to establish and maintain conversations using sign language with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
• Conceptual knowledge of signs related to the educational setting.
• Experience working with children.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 or more credit hours from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Associate's degree related to interpreting or in the field of Deafness preferred.
• Passed the BEI Test of English Proficiency.
• Ability to establish and maintain conversations using sign language with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
• Conceptual knowledge of signs related to the educational setting.
• Experience working with children.
  
  

Terms Of Employment

187 Days

Salary/Paygrade

$33,173 – IP 7

Additional stipend based upon level of certification Level I or Basic- $2,500, Level II, CI/CT, SC, IC/TC, NIC- $3,500, Level III or Advanced (BEI or NIC)-$4,500

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

• Salary listed includes compensation for 15-minute extension of workday
  
  

Essential Functions

• Seek out and participate in a minimum of six hours per semester of approved staff development targeted at assisting individuals in passing the BEI interpreter certification test. A minimum of four hours must be in district staff development.
• Participate in observations a minimum of once a month by a certified teacher of the deaf, certified interpreter, and/or and deaf education administration for feedback and recommendations to improve sign language proficiency.
• Attempt the Receptive/Expressive Interpreter Certification Test at least once between August 15 and April 1 of the current school year. Results must be provided to the Interpreter Coordinator within 30 days of receipt of testing results.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all ethical areas, including student confidentiality.
• Interact in a professional manner with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors or individuals unfamiliar with the educational setting.
• Demonstrate understanding of assignment qualifications.
• Provide in class signed and/or oral support according to the specifications of the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Become and remain well-versed in course material in order to demonstrate competency in the in-class support process.
• Assist with any and all duties related to the deaf education setting or in the mainstream setting as requested by educational staff.
• Assist in providing general supervision of students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing (i.e. playground, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, escorting students during transition periods, toileting).
• Be informed, monitor and report to the deaf education case manager or cooperating teacher when concerns arise about the student's individual needs or modifications and/or modifications as approved by the Individualized Education Program committee (IEP).
• Demonstrate flexibility when role shifts take place.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher, principal, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Specialist, and/or Coordinator for the NWHCCD or as determined by the specific area of assignment.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
  
  

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Repetitive hand motion. Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional stooping, bending, and moderate lifting (15-44 pounds). Exposure to extreme heat and humidity.

Inquiries

Carla Reid

Coordinator of Deaf Education

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Deadline To Apply

Applications accepted year round

Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for a Interpreter Intern position as they become available in the district

Applications will be reviewed however, Not all applicants will be interviewed

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.