K-12 Sign Language Interpreter | Education Advocate

Virginia Beach City Public Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid life insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a qualified sign language interpreter to support deaf or hard-of-hearing students across K-12. The role includes interpreting in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and for Deaf staff, as well as during assemblies, field trips, and after-school activities.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and EIPA Level III or equivalent certification; a relevant associate degree or higher is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum EIPA Level 3.5 or equivalent state/national certification.
• Preferred: Associate degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Interpret all content and subject areas for deaf or hard-of-hearing students, K-12, as needed by IEP.
• Interpret for IEP meetings, parent conferences and Deaf staff members.
• Interpret assemblies, performances, announcements, field trips and other activities.
• Interpret outside regular hours for tutoring, clubs, sports, PTA meetings and special events.
• Serve as a resource for teachers and staff and promote cultural understanding.
• Mentor newly hired interpreters and students in training programs.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EIPA Level III or state/national certification

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a qualified sign language interpreter to support deaf or hard-of-hearing students across K-12. The role includes interpreting in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and for Deaf staff, as well as during assemblies, field trips, and after-school activities.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and EIPA Level III or equivalent certification; a relevant associate degree or higher is preferred.