Educational Interpreter

Young World Physical Education; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District in Lawrence, MI is seeking an Educational Interpreter to relay classroom information between the teacher, the Deaf student, and hearing peers, adapting to the language level of the student. Location: Lawrence, Michigan.

Position involves interpreting lectures, supporting the Deaf Education Teacher, and collaborating with the educational team to support IEP goals. A BA degree and/or interpreter training is preferred; state/national certifications are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Graduate from an Interpreter Training Program is desirable.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language and ability to interpret in classroom settings.

Responsibilities

• Accompany students to class and interpret lectures and other information.
• Provide sign-to-voice interpretation for students, teachers, and peers.
• Prepare for interpreted class time by reviewing materials.
• Participate in meetings and contribute to IEP development and student evaluations.
• Assist with behavioral management and maintain classroom discipline.

Skills

ASL skills

Deafness impact

Team collaboration

Education

BA degree preferred

Interpreter training

Job description

Educational Interpreter

Van Buren Intermediate School District SPECIAL SERVICES - Lawrence, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5877263
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Job Goal(s) :

The primary job goal of the Educational Interpreter is to effectively communicate classroom information between the teacher, the Deaf student and other hearing students according to the language level of the student and to assist the Deaf Education Teacher in providing services to those students assigned to the classroom.

Location of Work:

Special Services Building

701 South Paw Paw Street

Lawrence, MI 49064

Qualifications:

Education :

Degree of coursework in an educationally-related field

*BA Degree (preferred) and/or

*Graduate of an Interpreter Training Program

Certification :

• *An Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of at least a 4.0 or working toward qualified certification


• *Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification


• *NAD-RID certification (NIC) at a certified level


• *BEI2

Work Experience :

Experience interpreting in the school setting is preferred

Skills :

• Demonstrated skill in expressive and receptive ASL


• Knowledge of implications of deafness on childhood development


• Skills to foster a team working environment

Essential Job Functions :

• Accompany students to class and interpret lectures, lessons and any other information presented to students.


• Sign-to-voice interpret for students to teachers, service providers and peers.


• Prepare for interpreted class time by reviewing books, materials and other instructional information.


• Participate, as a member of the educational team, in team meetings, development of the student’s Individualized Education Plans and student evaluations.


• Maintain classroom discipline, through a cooperative effort with the teacher, by implementing behavioral management programming.


• Provide input and feedback to the supervising teacher, as requested.


• Abide by and support the IEP document and related recommendations.


• Continue educational and professional growth in order to maintain all required interpreter certifications.


• Adhere to Van Buren ISD policies and procedures.


• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon or established timelines.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Supervisor.

Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Position is open until filled.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR


• 490 South Paw Paw St.


• Lawrence, Michigan 49064


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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