Educational Sign Language Interpreter: Empower Deaf Students

William S. Hart Union High School District; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The William S. Hart Union High School District seeks an Educational Sign Language Interpreter in Santa Clarita, CA to facilitate communication for deaf or hard-of-hearing students across classrooms and activities, using American Sign Language and other signed systems with high proficiency.

Responsibilities include interpreting for diverse curriculum, attending events, collaborating with teachers and staff, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in sign language interpreter training program, deaf studies or related area.
• RID certification or equivalent; EIPA/NAD/ACCI options accepted in lieu of RID.
• One year of sign-to-English and English-to-sign interpreting experience.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Interprets for deaf or hard-of-hearing students in classrooms, groups, and events using sign language and voice interpretation.
• Interprets a range of curriculum, confers with teachers to develop signs for technical topics.
• Attends meetings and events to provide interpretation services, including field trips and ceremonies.
• Reviews lesson plans and instructional materials to prepare interpretation.
• Maintains confidentiality and observes professional conduct; communicates with staff and parents as needed.

Skills

Sign language fluency

Voice interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate's degree in sign language interpreter training program

Tools

Assistive listening devices

Job description

The William S. Hart Union High School District seeks an Educational Sign Language Interpreter in Santa Clarita, CA to facilitate communication for deaf or hard-of-hearing students across classrooms and activities, using American Sign Language and other signed systems with high proficiency.

Responsibilities include interpreting for diverse curriculum, attending events, collaborating with teachers and staff, and maintaining confidentiality.