DHH Educational Interpreter Paraprofessional - 0.5 FTE - Horizons Elementary

Appleton Area School District; United States; Vor Ort; USD 40.639.000 - 43.394.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Appleton Area School District is seeking a 0.5 FTE Educational Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Paraprofessional at Horizons Elementary beginning in November. The role focuses on ensuring DH/H students have equitable access to classroom instruction, activities, and social interactions.

Applicants must hold a DPI license in Educational Interpreting and complete an Interpreter Training Program.

Qualifikationen

• DPI certification/licensure is required for this role.
• ASL fluency is essential for effective interpretation in a K-12 setting.

Aufgaben

• Provide sign language interpretation for classroom instruction, activities, and social interactions.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure equitable access to education for DH/H students.
• Support students in extracurricular activities and social engagements by facilitating communication.

Kenntnisse

ASL proficiency

Deaf/Hard of Hearing interpretation

Ausbildung

DPI License in Educational Interpreting

Interpreter Training Program

Jobbeschreibung

DHH Educational Interpreter Paraprofessional - 0.5 FTE - Horizons Elementary

The Appleton Area School District has a position available for a 0.5 FTE Educational Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Paraprofessional at Horizons Elementary beginning in November.

We are actively seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DH/H) Interpreter to join our supportive educational environment. This is a vital role focused on ensuring our DH/H students have equitable access to all aspects of their education, from classroom instruction and extracurricular activities to social interactions. We're looking for a professional with a DPI certification and a strong command of American Sign Language (ASL). If you have prior experience interpreting in K-12 settings and are committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering learning experience for all students, we encourage you to apply.

Certification Required: Completion of an Interpreter Training Program AND a DPI License in Educational Interpreting

Salary: Step I: $29.30

Schedule: 12:00-3:30 p.m.

For more information on this position, please contact: Melissa Toshner, Associate Director of Special Education at [e-mail]

- An Equal Opportunity Employer -.