School Sign Language Interpreter - Float

Oswego Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contribution to IMRF

Job summary

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a qualified Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. You will interpret and transliterate classroom instruction and activities, ensuring students have full access to educational opportunities. The candidate must have valid approval by ISBE as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter and demonstrate strong communication and time management skills. This position offers an hourly wage based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Valid and current approval by ISBE as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter.
• Ability to interpret in classrooms for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of philosophies of mainstreaming hearing-impaired students.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between deaf and hearing students using sign language.
• Interpret/transliterate for students, adapting messages as needed.
• Monitor students to ensure a positive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to interpret in classrooms

Knowledge of Deaf Culture

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Approval by ISBE as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter

Job description

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a qualified Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. You will interpret and transliterate classroom instruction and activities, ensuring students have full access to educational opportunities. The candidate must have valid approval by ISBE as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter and demonstrate strong communication and time management skills. This position offers an hourly wage based on qualifications and experience.