K-12 ASL Interpreter: Bridge Classroom Communication

West Ada School District; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Ada School District in Meridian, Idaho, seeks an American Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within the classroom and school environment.

The role requires interpreting from spoken English to ASL or other designated system and may include tutoring and supporting IEPs; candidates must meet one of the listed qualifications and pass the required tests.

Qualifications

• Interprets for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in academic and non-academic settings.
• Interprets from spoken English to ASL/PSE/MCE as appropriate.
• May tutor or provide supplemental instruction under teacher direction.

Responsibilities

• Interpret written and spoken English into ASL or other sign system.
• Interpret ASL into English.
• Adapt signing to varied teaching styles and student levels.
• Sign and speak simultaneously; maintain confidentiality.
• Attend conferences and support staff as assigned.

Skills

ASL interpretation

Sign-language translation

Tutoring

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

EIPA/NAD/RID certification

2–3 years ASL interpreting experience (preferred)

Job description

West Ada School District in Meridian, Idaho, seeks an American Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within the classroom and school environment.

The role requires interpreting from spoken English to ASL or other designated system and may include tutoring and supporting IEPs; candidates must meet one of the listed qualifications and pass the required tests.