Special Education, P-12, Educational Interpreter - DHH - Special Education (Rover) *******$5,000 Hiring Incentive*******

Modesto City Schools; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $2,500

Probation bonus $1,250

1-year service bonus $1,250

Job summary

Modesto City Schools is seeking a qualified interpreter for the deaf to support school-age students. The role requires two years of relevant experience and a high school diploma (or GED/CHSPE), plus RID certification or equivalent credentials.

The incumbent may pursue additional waivers and must complete required certifications per the collective bargaining agreement. Hiring incentives include multiple signing and service-based bonuses, with employment contingent on meeting ongoing certification

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working with school-age students.
• High School Diploma, GED, or CHSPE required.
• RID certification or equivalent interpretation credentials required.

Skills

Experience with school-age students

Sign language interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED or CHSPE

RID certification

Cued Speech TEC Unit certification

ACCI Level 4 or above

Educational Sign Skills Evaluation - Interpreter Level 4 or above

Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA) Level 4 or above

Job description

• Two (2) years experience working with school age students
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

Requirements / Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience working with school age students
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

Or one of the following:

• Certification by the Cued Speech TEC Unit
• American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) Level 4 or above
• Educational Sign Skills Evaluation - Interpreter Level 4 or above
• Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA) Level 4 or above

Waiver Provisions (Under 4.0 Certification)

• Modesto City Schools will assist in applying for and acquiring an approved CDE waiver. The incumbent must continue to progress and be approved for additional waivers in order to remain in the position. Failure to obtain the required certification may result in a reassignment in a lower classification or termination.

Comments And Other Information

Hiring Incentive

• $2,500 to be paid within 45 days after the first day of paid contracted service.
• $1,250 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period (i.e., 6-months or 130 days as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).
• $1,250 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of one year of paid contracted service.

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on the job description in order to be considered for an interview. All applicants must apply online through Edjoin.

Modesto City Schools shall not unlawfully discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, Vietnam era veteran status, or actual or perceived sexual orientation. Questions regarding the District's non-discrimination policy can be directed to Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, 426 Locust Street, Modesto, CA 95351 or by phone at [phone].