Paraprofessional-Interpreter

Porter County Educational Services; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational service provider is seeking a paraprofessional interpreter for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students at Westchester Intermediate. The role involves assisting certified staff, interpreting using American Sign Language (ASL), and supporting student learning and performance. Candidates should have a basic knowledge of ASL, the ability to work with diverse individuals, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. This position is vital for ensuring a supportive learning environment and effective communication for students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of ASL and the willingness to continue learning.
• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified staff with students to meet instructional goals.
• Interpret for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students using ASL.
• Reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Help with record-keeping of student performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management.

Skills

Basic knowledge of ASL

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to perform arithmetic operations

Ability to work with diverse individuals

Confidentiality maintenance

Supportive relationship establishment

Cooperative working relationships

Job description

Position Type: Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Date Posted: 10/16/2025

Location: Westchester Intermediate

Date Available: 10/16/25

PCES paraprofessionals work days are based on a school year calendar. We have a position available in the Duneland School Corporation at Westchetster Middle School.

Essential Job Functions

• Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, a paraprofessional interpreter will assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, facilitating language and communication for Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing students using American Sign Language (ASL).
• Interprets for Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing students using American Sign Language (ASL).
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of facilitating language and communication.
• Assist students with facilitating language and communication with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of ASL and the willingness to continue learning ASL.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.