Sign Language Interpreter for School Support & IEP

Young World Physical Education; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,225 - 55,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Sign Language Interpreter in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves interpreting between spoken English and ASL at a fluent rate, attending IEP meetings, and working collaboratively with educational teams.

Candidates must possess a valid Iowa Department of Health Interpreting license and have two years of experience working with the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Additional responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality and assisting with classroom adaptations as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Department of Health Interpreting license required.
• Two years of experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.
• Educational interpreting experience with DHH children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between spoken English and ASL at a fluent rate.
• Attend staffing and IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with IEP team members.

Skills

Valid Iowa Department of Health Interpreting license

Successful experience in a culturally diverse educational environment

Education

AA degree in interpreting or Bachelor’s Degree

Two-year interpreter training program

Job description

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Sign Language Interpreter in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves interpreting between spoken English and ASL at a fluent rate, attending IEP meetings, and working collaboratively with educational teams.

Candidates must possess a valid Iowa Department of Health Interpreting license and have two years of experience working with the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Additional responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality and assisting with classroom adaptations as needed.