Sign Language Interpreter

Illinois School District U-46; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district is seeking an Educational Sign Language Interpreter to create a supportive environment for students with an IEP at Horizon Elementary. This role involves interpreting spoken English for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and providing support within the educational framework. Candidates should have experience in an educational setting and the ability to adhere to established ethical standards. This full-time role is a 10-month position with salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Familiarity with IEP goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom environment favorable for learning.
• Interpret spoken English for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
• Assist and support with interpreter equipment as necessary.
• Attend in-service training and participate in student meetings.
• Assist students and staff with use and care of frequent modulator equipment.
• Support appropriate placement and seating to gain access to information presented through the interpreter.
• Attend in‑services within interpreter's work calendar and certification requirements assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in student meetings as part of the educational team as assigned.
• Provide support for district staff/parents as needed if appropriately licensed.

Skills

Sign Language Interpretation

Student Support

Communication Skills

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/28/2025
• Location: Horizon Elementary
• Date Available: 10/28/2025

Bargaining Unit: DUEA Department/Location: Specialized Student Services

Calendar Days: 197 Reports To: Building Administrator and Assigned Teacher

JD Revision Date: 07/17/2024 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

To support the program in providing a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of students with an IEP. Comply with the approved Code of Ethics for Educational Sign Language Interpreters and uphold School District U-46 ICARE Standards. Perform duties and activities under direct supervision of a certified staff member. Adhere to published policies and procedures distributed by the district and school. Maintain confidentiality of student, staff and department information within the school and community.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Remain current with IEP goals/objectives for student.
• Convey content and intent of the message by interpreting spoken English into the language appropriate for the student (Signed English, ASL, PSE) and interpreting language of the student into spoken English.
• Interpret for DHH students in mainstream classes.
• Report the student's use of interpreter services to the education team as scheduled.
• Assist students and staff with use and care of frequent modulator equipment.
• Support appropriate placement and seating to gain access to information presented through the interpreter.
• Attend in‑services within interpreter's work calendar and certification requirements assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in student meetings as part of the educational team as assigned.
• Provide support for district staff/parents as needed if appropriately licensed.

Education

Experience / Knowledge

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• This is a 10‑month position Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement as applicable. May be required to complete additional professional development based on student need/assignment.