Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter

Special School District of St. Louis County; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefit plans

Missouri Public School Retirement

Staff Health Clinics

Paid holidays

13 PTO days

Employee assistance program

Healthcare spending account

Job summary

Special School District Saint Louis County is seeking a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreter to ensure students have full access to education. You will interpret and transliterate during the school day, helping students participate in instruction and engage with peers and staff.

Work with teachers of the deaf and families to provide consistent services across settings. 10-month calendar with competitive benefits and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of sixty (60) completed college credit hours.

Education

Associate degree and/or 60 college credits

Job description

Special School District Saint Louis County *DISTRICT WIDE - St. Louis, Missouri Open in Google Maps

As a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreter with Special School District (SSD), you will play an essential role in ensuring students have full access to their education. By providing interpretation and transliteration throughout the school day, you help students stay connected to instruction, participate in classroom discussions, and engage with peers and staff. Your work directly removes communication barriers and helps students feel included and confident in their learning environment.

You will work alongside teachers, staff, and families to support clear and effective communication across a variety of settings. By collaborating with teachers of the deaf, you help ensure that services are consistent and responsive to students' needs.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of sixty (60) completed college credit hours

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Missouri Interpreter Certification at the Basic, Advanced, or Master level required
• Current licensure through the State Committee of Interpreters required
• $33 to $55/hour based on education and experience

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location
• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter

Special School District Saint Louis County *DISTRICT WIDE - St. Louis, Missouri Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Special School District of St. Louis County Missouri

Job Details

Job ID: 5981317
Application Deadline: Nov 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Nov 09, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter

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As a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreter with Special School District (SSD), you will play an essential role in ensuring students have full access to their education. By providing interpretation and transliteration throughout the school day, you help students stay connected to instruction, participate in classroom discussions, and engage with peers and staff. Your work directly removes communication barriers and helps students feel included and confident in their learning environment.

You will work alongside teachers, staff, and families to support clear and effective communication across a variety of settings. By collaborating with teachers of the deaf, you help ensure that services are consistent and responsive to students' needs.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of sixty (60) completed college credit hours

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Missouri Interpreter Certification at the Basic, Advanced, or Master level required
• Current licensure through the State Committee of Interpreters required

Salary

• $33 to $55/hour based on education and experience

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location

Benefits

• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.

Posting open until: 11/18/26

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33 to $55 Hourly

Job Categories:

Special Education > Hard of Hearing

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Special School District Human Resources
• 12110 Clayton Road
• Town & Country, Missouri 63131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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