Deaf Education Interpreter Intern, Fall 2026, District Wide

Young World Physical Education; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 29,855 - 36,490; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Cypress, Texas, is seeking a Deaf Education Interpreter Intern for the Fall 2026 semester. This role requires proficiency in sign language and experience with children, providing support to students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.

The intern will participate in essential functions aimed at improving communication and education for students, including a commitment to ongoing development in sign language skills. Salary ranges from $33,173 with additional stipends based on certification levels.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 or more credit hours from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Passed the BEI Test of English Proficiency.
• Ability to establish conversations using sign language with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff development to assist in passing the BEI certification test.
• Provide in-class support according to student IEP specifications.
• Interact professionally with educators and students.

Skills

Sign language proficiency

Experience working with children

Knowledge of educational signs

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or 60 credit hours

Job description

Deaf Education Interpreter Intern, Fall 2026, District Wide

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, Special Education Department – Cypress, Texas.

Job Details

Job ID: 5596289

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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 at least once a month by a certified teacher of the deaf, certified interpreter, and/or 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

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

Contact Information

• Carla Reid, Coordinator of Deaf Education
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]