Full-Time Sign Language Interpreter (ESE)

Nassau County School District; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nassau County School District in Fernandina Beach, FL seeks an Educational Signer to support Exceptional Student Education. You will provide sign language services for identified ESE students at multiple sites and assist in instruction.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of college or higher education and consideration for Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf certification; experience with the deaf population and successful background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of study at an institution of higher education; or an Associate's or higher degree.
• Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide signing services to identified ESE students at one or more sites.
• Provide voice interpreting as required.
• Participate as a member of the educational team to support instruction for ESE students.
• Serve as a communication facilitator.
• Provide sign language services in classrooms, lectures, and related functions.
• Support IEP meetings and other related functions as required.
• Demonstrate initiative and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Sign language interpreting

Communication

Experience with deaf population

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college or higher education / Associate's or higher degree

Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf certification preferred

Job description

Educational Signer

Nassau County School District District Office/Exceptional Student Education Dept - Fernandina Beach, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5807853
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jun 29, 2026 7:09 PM (UTC)

Job Description

APRIL 29, 2026
NONINSTRUCTIONAL
VACANCY POSTING FOR 2026-2027
POSTING PERIOD: APRIL 29, 2026 UNTIL FILLED

For information concerning this position, contact Ms. Patricia Kelly,Director of Exceptional Student Educationat904-491-9881.For salary and transfer information, contactHuman Resources.

The followingnoninstructional vacancyislisted inHuman Resourcesfor the 2026-2027school year.

EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
1Educational Signer

RANGE OFPAY: $16.44/hr- $18.17/hr
(Additional compensation from the Millage initiative will be awarded annually.For the 2026-2027school year, the amount to bedeterminedby NESPA bargaining andratification andwill be prorated from July 1, 2026.The amount for the 2025-2026school year was $5,908.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent

If assigned to a Title I school, also meet the requirements for the No Child Left Behind Act:

Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or

Associate's or higher degree; or

Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a rigorous state of local assessment.

Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf certification and completion of Interpreter Training Program preferred.

At least one year of experience with the deaf population.

Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* (1) Provide signing services toidentifiedESE students at one or more sites using theappropriate modeof communication.
* (2) Provide voice interpreting asrequired.
* (3) Participate as a member of the educational team andassistin providing continuity of instruction foridentifiedESE students.
* (4) Serve as a communication facilitator.
* (5) Provide sign language services in the classroom, for lectures and conversations, assemblies, special projects, and other related functions.
* (6) Provide sign language services for IEP meetings,staffing's, parent conferences, and other related functions asrequired.
* (7) Provide classroomassistanceand tutoring foridentifiedstudents as needed; proctor during test administration as needed.
* (8) Confer with classroom teachers to prepare for signing services.
* (9) Prepare for signing assignments by studying content areas, lesson plans,outlinesand new vocabulary.
* (10) Sign all activities in the classroom such as lectures, discussions, conversations, questions, and answers, films special projects, announcements and assemblies as needed.
* (11) Provide signing services for school functions outside of the classroom during school hours.
* (12) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
* (13) Meet and deal effectively with thegeneral public, staff members, parents, administrators and other contactpersonsusing tact and good judgment.
* (14) Follow school board policyregardingattendance and punctuality.
* (15) Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
* (16) Maintain confidentialityregardingschool/workplace matters.
* (17) Model andmaintainhigh ethical standards.
* (18) Maintainexpertisein assignedareato fulfill position goals andobjectives.
* (19) Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill andproficiencyrelated to assignment.
* (20) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
* (21) Use effective, positive interpersonal communication skills.
* (22) Respond to inquiries and concernsin a timely manner.
* (23) Facilitate communication individually or in groups.
* (24) Serve as a liaison to promote good public relations between the ESE students,staffand faculty members.
* (25) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
* (26) Follow federal and state laws as well as School Board policies,rulesand regulations.
* (27) Demonstrate support for the school district and its goals and priorities.
* (28) Demonstrate initiative inidentifyingpotential problems or opportunities for improvement.
* (29) Participate in cross-training activities asrequired.
* (30) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals andobjectivesof this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force asfrequentlyas needed to move objects.

FINGERPRINTS:
Employment is contingent on your fingerprints being cleared by the clearinghouse
https://info.flclearinghouse.com


VETERANS' PREFERENCE SHALL BE GIVEN TO ELIGIBLE VETERANS AND SPOUSES IN COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA AND FEDERAL APPLICABLE LAWS.

Nassau County School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the application and interview process for individuals with disabilities seeking employment with the district. For assistance, applicants/individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may contact Judith Meredith at 1201 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL32034 or 904-491-9874.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Rhonda Devereaux
• 1201 Atlantic Avenue
• Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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