Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Educational Interpreter

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Splendora (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT in Splendora, TX seeks an Interpreter Aide to assist certified staff by providing sign language interpretation for students; role supports classroom instruction and helps free teachers for curriculum development.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, RID/BEI certification preferred, and at least one year of interpreting experience with children; familiarity with hearing loss and assistive devices; confidentiality and professional conduct are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• RID/BEI certification preferred.
• One year of interpreting experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for students in all formal educational settings where facilitation of communication is needed.
• Sign and voice questions and answers by students and teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality, discussing only major difficulties with the educational team responsible for the student's educational program.
• Remain impartial, allowing students freedom to make choices and to learn as independently as possible.
• Encourage independence of the student and interaction with peers, teachers, and campus staff.
• Familiarize self with materials being taught and prepare for each assignment.
• Position self-appropriately so student is able to view the Interpreter.
• Follow the student's individualized education plan.
• Participate in professional learning, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.
• Comply with RID code of professional conduct, campus, and district policies.

Skills

Sign language

Interpreting

Educational settings

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college hours or two years of child-related work experience

RID/BEI certification

Job description

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT in Splendora, TX seeks an Interpreter Aide to assist certified staff by providing sign language interpretation for students; role supports classroom instruction and helps free teachers for curriculum development.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, RID/BEI certification preferred, and at least one year of interpreting experience with children; familiarity with hearing loss and assistive devices; confidentiality and professional conduct are