Educational ASL Facilitator and Deaf Student Advocate

State of North Dakota; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Dakota is seeking a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hearing students in an educational environment. Responsibilities include classroom interpretation, field trips, assemblies, and after-school activities to ensure accessibility.

You will advocate for deaf students, coordinate services such as interpreters and note-takers, and assist with assignments as needed, including supervision during transport to activities.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Proficient in American Sign Language as demonstrated with a Certificate of Completion through completion of an accredited interpreter training program.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate sign language communication between deaf and hearing consumers in educational settings including classrooms and after-school activities.
• Sign for deaf consumers in direct and overheard conversations using sign language and spoken English to convey intent and content.
• Advocate for deaf students who may not be able to advocate for themselves, coordinating interpreters, note-takers, and other services as needed.
• Provide deaf students with assistance with assignments and homework.
• Assist teachers requesting aid services (in the classroom) for students who are deaf.
• Use state cars to transport students to/from classes or after-school activities and supervise inside the vehicle and to activities.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Interpreter training certificate

Job description

The State of North Dakota is seeking a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hearing students in an educational environment. Responsibilities include classroom interpretation, field trips, assemblies, and after-school activities to ensure accessibility.

You will advocate for deaf students, coordinate services such as interpreters and note-takers, and assist with assignments as needed, including supervision during transport to activities.