Sign Language Interpreter II — Mentorship & Growth

Houston City College; Houston (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston City College seeks an Interpreter/Transliterator to provide direct interpretation and support for classes, events, and student activities, including preparation, consumer relations, and ongoing professional development. You will interpret at basic to some higher level, review course materials, collaborate with faculty and staff, and mentor junior interpreters while pursuing continuing education.

This role requires BEI Basic II or RID CI/CT, and at least two years in a college setting; a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or 4 years related work experience may substitute.
• BEI Certification Basic, Level II, or RID CI/CT required.
• Two years of college/university setting experience.
• Knowledge of RID Code of Professional Conduct and Deaf culture.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to assignments.

Responsibilities

• Interpret/transliterate basic level and some higher level classes, lectures, student events, and other special events as needed.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing notes, outlines, texts, and speaking with faculty, speakers, or students.
• Work cooperatively with department staff, faculty, college staff, students, and administrators.
• Must be available to accept interpreting assignments at alternative sites as needed.
• Meet regularly with the Supervisor of Interpreting Services to review evaluations and development activities.
• Assess language or communication modes of the consumers served.
• Serve as mentor to other interpreters and/or interns.
• Demonstrate continuous professional development through continuing education, in-service training and related opportunities.

Skills

RID Code of Conduct

Deaf Culture Awareness

Reliable Transportation

Willing to Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 4 years related experience

BEI Certification Basic, Level II or RID CI/CT

Job description

Houston City College seeks an Interpreter/Transliterator to provide direct interpretation and support for classes, events, and student activities, including preparation, consumer relations, and ongoing professional development. You will interpret at basic to some higher level, review course materials, collaborate with faculty and staff, and mentor junior interpreters while pursuing continuing education.

This role requires BEI Basic II or RID CI/CT, and at least two years in a college setting; a