Sign Language Interpreter for Deaf Education Program (.5)

Las Cruces Public Schools; Mesilla (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools in Mesilla, NM is seeking a Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf Education Program at Mesilla Elementary School (.5).

You will provide accurate sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpretation, collaborate with educators, and support students' access to instruction under the district’s guidelines. A professional credential and licensure in New Mexico are required, with documentation to be uploaded during the AppliTrack process.

Qualifications

• Must hold NAD Level III or higher or EIPA 4.0+.
• Must have NM PED license.
• Provide accurate sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpretation for Deaf Education.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support classroom accessibility.
• Maintain professional credentials and adhere to district policies.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

NAD/EIPA certification

NM PED License

Job description

Sign Language Interpreter for Deaf Education Program (.5) JobID: 14727

• Position Type: Instructional Support Providers/ Sign Language Interpreter
• Date Posted: 1/30/2026
• Location: Mesilla Elementary School
• Closing Date: 08/27/2026

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a current certification by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., Level III or above by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), and/or 4.0 on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) OR
• Eligible to qualify for a 5-year Provisional Licensure through the New Mexico Sign Language Interpreting Practice Board. (Provisional licensed interpreters should have already completed or have proof of plans to complete the EIPA Pre-Hire screening)
• Valid New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) License
• Provide accurate sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpretation/transliteration.

To be considered an eligible applicant your AppliTrack application must contain the following uploaded documents:

• A Letter of Interest
• A Current Resume
• Transcripts

Lateral Transfers

• Lateral Transfer Application
• A Current Resume (optional)
• Optional documents

Salary schedule information can be found by clicking the link below: https://www.lcps.net/documents/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules/239733

Las Cruces Public Schools 505 South Main, Suite 249 Las Cruces, NM 88001 [phone]

An FBI fingerprint background checkwill be conducted on all new hires of the Las Cruces Public Schools District. Continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check.

Las Cruces Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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