Sign Language Interpreter

GREATER ALBANY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 8J; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Albany Public Schools seeks a Sign Language Interpreter to support deaf and hard of hearing students (K–21) at Calapooia Middle School. The role performs simultaneous interpretation between spoken English and sign language in classrooms and during school events.

Working with teachers, you will provide re-teaching, tutoring and academic assistance under the direction of the teacher of the deaf or classroom teacher.

Qualifications

• Two years of college (72 credits) or an associate degree or higher.
• Pass the Highly Qualified exam (if applicable).
• Ability to interpret in classroom and school activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform simultaneous interpretation between spoken language and sign language in classrooms and during school events.
• Provide re-teaching/tutoring and other academic and classroom support as directed.
• Provide academic assistance under the direction of the teacher of the deaf and/or the classroom teacher.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Two years of college (72 credits)

Associates Degree or higher

Passed Highly Qualified exam

Job description

Position Name: Sign Language Interpreter

Classification: Classified

Salary Level: $27.32 - $33.60

Location: Calapooia Middle School

Reports to: Building Principal

Shift: 7 hours per day

Work Calendar: 181 days, 9 month Secondary

Required: two years of college (minimum 72 credits in academic coursework), Associates Degree or higher, or pass the Highly Qualified exam.

Position Overview: The Educational Interpreter works in a team setting and is responsible for the deaf and hard of hearing students' (Kindergarten through age 21) accessibility to education. Perform simultaneous interpretation of spoken language and sign language for deaf and hard of hearing students (spoken English into sign language and voicing sign language into English) within the classroom and during school-related functions/activities. Provide re‑teaching/tutoring and other academic and classroom support as directed. Provide academic assistance under the direction of the teacher of the deaf and/or the classroom teacher.

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Greater Albany Public Schools (GAPS) mission is "Building Bridges to Lifelong Learning and Brighter Futures." We strive to realize that mission for every child and adult, every day. Because of our commitment to that mission, GAPS is a great place to work and live.

An easy drive to Eugene, Corvallis, and Salem, and less than ninety minutes from Portland, Albany offers a small town quality feel near urban amenities, magnificent natural resources, and the state's two major public universities (University of Oregon and Oregon State University). Residents enjoy easy access to the pacific coastline beaches, hiking and biking trails along the coastal mountain range, snowboard and skiing opportunities in the mountains to our east, and in its backyard the natural splendor of the Willamette Valley with its roving hills and wineries.

Anti-Discrimination Policy And Commitment To Diversity

We believe that diversity is a strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

Greater Albany Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, parental or marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. For inquiries regarding discrimination: Jana Pierce, Human Resources Administrator and Title IX Coordinator: [e-mail] 541-967-4503.

Anti-Discrimination Policy And Commitment To Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

Politica Antidiscriminacion y Compromiso Con La Diversidad

Creemos que la diversidad es fuerza y estamos comprometidos a mantener una red inclusiva y multicultural. Somos un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y damos la bienvenida a todos los solicitantes calificados.

El Distrito Escolar de Albany no discrimina en base a la edad, nacionalidad, color, discapacidad, expresion de género, identidad de genero, origen nacional, situacion de los padres o de su estado civil, raza, religion, sexo u orientacion sexual en sus programas y actividades. Por favor comuniquese con Jana Pierce- Administradora de Recursos Humanos y Coordinadora de Titulo IX, [e-mail], 541-967-4503 si tiene preguntas relacionadas con la discriminacion.

You may call [phone] or check the district's website at www.albany.k12.or.us for further information.