Educational Interpreter: Deaf & Hard of Hearing

Monterey County Office of Education; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey County Office of Education in Salinas, CA seeks an Educational Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students across general and special education settings. You will interpret using sign language, fingerspelling, gestures, and speech, ensuring access in classrooms and during activities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and certification such as EIPA/ESSE-I/R/NAD/ACCI with a minimum score, plus a California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma equivalent.
• EIPA/ESSE-I/R/NAD/ACCI score ≥4.0 required.
• Sign language interpreter certification or equivalent.
• California driver’s license with evidence of insurability.
• First Aid/CPR certification within six months of employment.
• Submit resume and letter of introduction.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting and instructional support for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students in general and special education settings.
• Communicate using sign language, fingerspelling, natural gestures, and speech in classroom and activities.
• Interpreters may substitute with Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit; assigned to various instructional settings.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Educational interpreting

Student communication

Education

High school diploma

EIPA/ESSE-I/R/NAD/ACCI certification

California Driver’s License

Tools

First Aid CPR certification

Job description

Monterey County Office of Education in Salinas, CA seeks an Educational Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students across general and special education settings. You will interpret using sign language, fingerspelling, gestures, and speech, ensuring access in classrooms and during activities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and certification such as EIPA/ESSE-I/R/NAD/ACCI with a minimum score, plus a California driver’s license.