Educational Interpreter

Fullmind; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Hearing Impaired Educational Interpreter to provide essential support in classroom settings for Deaf or Hard of Hearing students. The role involves interpreting content accurately between signed and spoken formats, under the supervision of teachers. This fully remote position offers a flexible contract with competitive daily rates.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelors Degree.
• Hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License.
• Prior online interpreting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct small group or individual activities.
• Implement student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Assist with student assessment and collect data.

Skills

Proficiency in sign language

Strong listening and communication skills

Knowledge of child development

Emotional maturity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors Degree

Georgia Educational Interpreter License

Tools

Laptop or desktop computer

Webcam

Headset

Reliable internet access

Job description

$230-$300 daily rate;rates are negotiable and subject to change
This job is fullyremote, 1099 contract
Contract Work Year:190 Days, 8 Hours Per Day, starting in July
Education:Must hold a Bachelors Degree
Certification:Hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as mandated by Rule 505-2-43 (O.C.G.A. 20-2-215). Will consider other state licensure or an individual moving towards licensure.

Essential Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficiency in sign language and the ability to interpret both ways (spoken language into sign language and vice versa) accurately.

• Strong listening and communication skills to effectively translate and convey information.
• Understanding of subject matter to accurately interpret in various classroom settings, especially higher-level classes.
• Knowledge of child development and the ability to assist in core subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics. Interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and patience, crucial for working with children, especially those with hearing impairments.

The Hearing Impaired Educational Interpreter is a support staff position working under the supervision of the classroom general and/or special education teacher. The Educational Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing has some decision-making authority, as limited and regulated by board policy and state law. He/she will also maintain confidentiality of all student data.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:Performed under the general supervision of the classroom and/or special education teacher and may include but not be limited to the following:

Instructional

• Plan and conduct small group or individual classroom activities to include one on one instruction, small group instruction of assigned interventions/lessons or activities.

• Assist with supervision of students.

• Implement student Individualized Education and Behavior Intervention Plans.

• Assist with student assessment and collect data on student progress.

• May involve community-based instruction/community-based vocational instruction based on IEP goals/objectives.

• Other duties as assigned by the teacher and principal.

Management

• Collect data related to IEP goals.

• Prepare materials for instruction.

• Other duties as assigned by the teacher and principal.

• Education:Must hold a Bachelors Degree, EIPA score preferred.
• Certification:Hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as mandated by Rule 505-2-43 (O.C.G.A. 20-2-215). Will consider other state licensure or an individual moving towards licensure.
• Laptop or desktop computer, webcam, headset, and reliable internet access
• Participate in a virtual skills demonstration + submit a background check as part of the application process
• Prior online interpreting experience is a plus!

This is a contract position and does not include benefits.

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