Interpreter I - Specialized Student Services

Mesa USD 4; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 23,878 - 34,008; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, AZ seeks a qualified interpreter and transliterator to support hearing impaired students across classrooms and events. The role requires providing interpreting and transliterating services, coordinating with teachers and case managers, and upholding district policies during school activities.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications including a high school diploma, Arizona IVP clearance, EIPA 3.5 or better, and knowledge of RID ethics.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card required.
• Minimum EIPA score 3.5 or better.
• Knowledge of RID Code of Ethics for educational interpreters.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting and transliterating services for assigned hearing impaired student.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, instructions, and state regulations.
• Assist in evaluating best interpreting method in mainstream classes.
• Assist in classroom routines and review lessons to support student learning.
• Coordinate tutoring or follow-up sessions as needed.
• Serve as liaison between case manager and teachers.

Skills

Sign language proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Deaf culture familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (33.75 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$21.01

Class/Calendar:

B22, 9.25 months

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To provide interpreting and transliterating services for hearing impaired students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide interpreting and transliterating services for assigned hearing impaired student
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administration instructions and regulations, Board policy and state regulations
• Assist in the evaluation, in conjunction with the student’s case manager, for the appropriate method of interpreting for hearing impaired students in mainstream classes
• Assist in normal classroom routines and procedures by clarifying concepts, reviewing lessons assigned and actively guiding students in the completion of required work
• Coordinate tutoring or follow-up sessions with students for additional instruction
• Serve as a liaison between the student’s case manager and regular classroom teachers in regard to student’s activities
• Interpret for hearing impaired individuals involved in the Mesa Public Schools Program (i.e. teachers, aides, parents, etc.)
• Refer questions concerning hearing impaired students by regular education personnel to the appropriate case manager
• Interpret at special activities (i.e. captioned films, assemblies, etc.)
• Continue professional growth as an educational interpreter
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform all other duties as may be assigned by the Hearing Impaired Program Regional Director
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent
• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• Minimum passing score of 3.5 or better on the educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
• Knowledge of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Ethics as implemented for educational interpreters; professional development plan

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Knowledge of sign to voice and voice to sign interpreting proficiency in at least one sign communication system such as American Sign Language (ASL) or Oral Interpreting
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with English proficiency (verbal and written)
• Basic knowledge of child and language development
• Ability to adapt to the communication needs of students
• Familiarity with the deaf culture and cultural diversity
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district personnel and to work as a member of a team

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Frequently present in classrooms, resource rooms, assemblies, and special education settings
• Regular interaction with students who are deaf or hard of hearing, general education teachers, special education staff, and school administrators
• Might interpret during group work, one-on-one tutoring, field trips, and school events.
• High level of finger, hand, and arm movement is essential for fluent and expressive sign language interpretation
• Strong vision (corrected if needed) to see and respond to signing from a distance
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods while maintaining physical expressiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.