Interpreter for the Deaf

Sdccdjobs; Connecticut; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking skilled interpreters for the deaf to support students and faculty in classroom settings. Candidates must possess requisite certifications and demonstrate cultural competency. This role includes facilitating communication and maintaining confidentiality while providing vital support. A diverse work environment is emphasized, welcoming applicants from various backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must possess ALL qualifications as listed for respective Interpreter levels.
• Demonstrates cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in the interpreting field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between deaf/hard of hearing students and others.
• Provide effective sign language interpretive services.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.

Skills

Interpretation skills

Communication

Cultural competency

Education

Completion of an interpreter training program

BA/BS degree

Job description

The Position

Under the direction of the Interpreting Services Supervisor, interpret/transliterate in classroom situations and college-related activities for deaf and hard of hearing students and staff.

Major Responsibilities

• Interpreter for the Deaf I – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess ALL of the following:
• Completion of an interpreter training program or related training at an accredited institution and possess a minimum of associates’ degree
• Passed written national interpreting certification examination (proof must be submitted) and participate in an evaluation done by the Interpreting Services Supervisor to determine interpreting competency.
• Demonstrates intent to get nationally certified (i.e. proof of CEUs).
• Interpreter for the Deaf II – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:
• American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) III
• National Association of the Deaf (NAD) III
• Interpreter for the Deaf III – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess ALL of the following:
• BA/BS degree, the equivalent or higher.
• Passed written national interpreting certification examination (proof must be submitted) or participate in an evaluation done by the Interpreting Services Supervisor to determine interpreting competency.
• A minimum of two-years of ongoing experience in the interpreting field preferably in the postsecondary education setting.
• Demonstrates intent to get nationally certified (i.e. proof of CEUs).
• Interpreter for the Deaf IV – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:
• ACCI IV
• NAD IV
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
• Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certification of Interpretation (CI)
• RID Certification of Transliteration (CT)
• RID Oral Transliteration Certificate (OTC)
• Interpreter for the Deaf V – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:
• ACCI V
• NAD V
• NIC - Advanced/ Master
• RID CI and CT

Qualifications

• TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE :
• Facilitate communication between the deaf or hard of hearing students and others in the educational environment.
• Provide sign language interpretive services for deaf and hard of hearing students, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.
• Research terminology and information used to interpret/transliterate in classroom situations and college-related activities.
• Convey material effectively, accurately, and impartially, through the use of any necessary specialized vocabulary.
• Assist deaf and hard of hearing students to better comprehend the material presented.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Desired Qualifications

• Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:
• Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions

Varies upon assignment

Special Instructions to Applicants

Conditions of Employment: Note: This is retained for context only if present in the source.

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT :

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment)
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment)
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Posting Information

Posting Number NC00313

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• No Response
• SDCCD employment web site
• EdJoin (SD Co. Office of Education)
• CA Community Colleges Registry
• Craig's List
• Inside Higher Ed
• Chronicle of Higher Ed
• Professional organization/publication
• SD Union Tribune newspaper ad (including Sign On San Diego)
• SDCCD Employee
• Job Fair
• Other (list below)

If other, please specify. (Open Ended Question)

• Yes
• No
• If yes, please enter your employee ID: (Open Ended Question)

• * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse staff and student population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. (Open Ended Question)

• * Please select an Interpreter for the Deaf level.
• • Level I
  • Level II
  • Level III
  • Level IV
  • Level V

• * Please summarize any other education, training, and/or experience that you feel qualifies you for this position. (Open Ended Question)

Required & Optional Documents

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

• Résumé
• Licenses/Certificates/Credentials

San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division