Educational Sign Language Interpreter (K-12)

Oswego-Community-Unit-School-District-308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 seeks a qualified Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within classrooms and school settings. The role supports teachers and students, providing sign language interpretation and transliteration, and collaborating with staff to ensure accessible instruction.

The interpreter will translate classroom instruction, announcements, and materials, while maintaining confidentiality and upholding professional

Qualifications

• Valid ISBE approval as Educational Sign Language Interpreter.
• Ability to interpret in classrooms for deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
• Knowledge of mainstreaming philosophies, Deaf Culture, ethics and transliteration.
• Ability to translate academic language to the cognitive level of the student.
• Interpret spoken English at a rate appropriate for job performance.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Interprets/transliterates for deaf or hard-of-hearing students and non-signing individuals to ensure access to school, classes and services.
• Interprets in announcements, assemblies, and special events as requested.
• Adapts messages/materials to provide equal learning opportunities.
• Monitors students to provide assistance and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Prepares for daily lessons and activities to ensure clear understanding and interpretation.
• Maintains schedules and transitions that promote access and learning.
• Arranges substitute interpretation if needed.
• Protects equipment and maintains safety of students.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Sign language interpreting

Ethics

Classroom interpreting

Confidentiality

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

ISBE-approved Educational Sign Language Interpreter

Job description

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 seeks a qualified Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within classrooms and school settings. The role supports teachers and students, providing sign language interpretation and transliteration, and collaborating with staff to ensure accessible instruction.

The interpreter will translate classroom instruction, announcements, and materials, while maintaining confidentiality and upholding professional