Educational Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing

CCI Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Educational Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. This impactful role involves providing interpreting and transliterating services to facilitate communication in various educational settings, ensuring that deaf and hard-of-hearing students can fully engage with their peers and teachers. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism, alongside a passion for self-improvement and skill enhancement. Join a supportive educational team where your contributions will make a significant difference in the lives of students. If you have the necessary experience and a desire to help, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience providing interpretive services to the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Evidence of communication skills in manual or oral or cued speech.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting/transliterating services in educational settings.
• Function as a liaison between deaf/hard of hearing students and others.

Skills

Interpreting Skills

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Self-improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Educational Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Umatilla, United States | Posted on 02/25/2025

About Us: CCI Group was founded a decade ago, leveraging deep expertise in the justice system to offer Certified Legal Interpreters for courts. Over the years, we have expanded our services to a diverse clientele, including government agencies, educational institutions, collection agencies, and various professional meetings and conventions.

The goal of this position is: To provide interpreting/transliterating services to deaf and hard-of-hearing students which facilitate communication within an educational environment.

• Provide interpreting/transliterating services to a student or group of students who are deaf/hard of hearing in the communication mode used by the student(s).
• Provide interpreting/transliterating in one or more education settings including classrooms, assemblies, discipline, or counseling sessions, and extra-curricular activities.
• Provide interpreting/transliterating in receptive or expressive mode for classroom lectures or discussions to facilitate communication between students and teachers or peers; service to include film/video presentations.
• Function as liaison between deaf/hard of hearing students and others in the educational setting.
• Participate as a member of the educational team by attending and offering assistance as requested during conferences or Individual Education Plan meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism regarding individual student performance and follow school board policies and interpreter code of ethics, concerning all information about students.
• Demonstrate interest in self-improvement by upgrading interpreting/transliterating skills and increasing general understanding of school policies and affairs.
• Assist with the development, presentation, and implementation of in-service programs to improve skills necessary to work effectively with deaf/hard-of-hearing students.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase the individual’s skill and proficiency related to the assignments.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School.
• Participate in training programs offered to enhance individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Three (3) years of experience providing interpretive services to the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Evidence of Communication Skills in Manual or Oral or Cued speech.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Some experience with children who are deaf and hard of hearing is preferred.
• Documented rating at or above the following ratings/evaluation instruments:
• EIE or QA – Level I – entry-level ability OR
• EIPA – Level 2 – Advanced beginner OR
• Equivalent valid, recognized, and reliable interpreting/transliterating assessment not listed above but currently active.