Part-Time ASL Interpreter for Deaf Preschool

ESC; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

ESC of Northeast Ohio in Independence, OH seeks an Educational Interpreter of the Deaf (ASL) for a part-time assignment to provide interpreting for a preschool student from 8:00-11:30 Tuesday-Friday.

The role requires strong ASL skills and knowledge of educational interpreting standards. The interpreter will facilitate communication in inclusive, mainstream, and self-contained settings, collaborating with teachers and staff to support the student’s IEP and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• Evidence of the Ohio Guidelines for Educational Interpreters.
• 2 years of college coursework or higher; Associate’s degree or ParaPro pathway.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with staff.
• Ability to lift equipment or children up to 40 pounds.
• Physical ability to perform all essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Ohio Guidelines for Educational Interpreters.
• Follow classroom schedule and interpret for students as mandated by the student’s IEP.
• Interpret all class activities (lectures, discussions, films/videos, assemblies) during the contracted day.
• Collaborate with the educational team and provide in-service for new staff about working with an interpreter for a DHH student.
• Maintain confidentiality per district policy and RID code of conduct.
• Pursue professional development in signing ability and interpreting skills.
• Attend all in-service/professional development programming and staff meetings.

Skills

ASL

Interpreting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ohio Dept of Education Associate License (Hearing Impaired)

2 years of college coursework / Associate’s degree or higher / ParaPro

Job description

ESC of Northeast Ohio in Independence, OH seeks an Educational Interpreter of the Deaf (ASL) for a part-time assignment to provide interpreting for a preschool student from 8:00-11:30 Tuesday-Friday.

The role requires strong ASL skills and knowledge of educational interpreting standards. The interpreter will facilitate communication in inclusive, mainstream, and self-contained settings, collaborating with teachers and staff to support the student’s IEP and confidentiality requirements.