Sub Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing

Special Services; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District Special Services in Lawrence, Michigan, seeks a Sub Interpreter/Program Assistant for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. The role supports the classroom teacher to deliver instructional programs for students with hearing impairments.

Starting date is immediately; duties include assisting in classroom prep, supervising activities, and maintaining progress records. Requires a high school diploma; associates degree preferred; ASL preferred and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Associates degree or completion of 60 semester hours preferred.
• American Sign Language preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to work with students with hearing impairments.
• Good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in carrying out the instructional program.
• Instruct students individually or in small groups.
• Supervise playground, field trips, and community-based instruction.
• Monitor and maintain records of student progress toward IEPC goals.
• Provide feedback to teachers regarding students and programming.
• Deliver students to appropriate locations on time for programming or bus transportation.

Skills

ASL

American Sign Language

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree or 60 semester hours

Job description

Sub Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing

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Job Details

Job ID: 4893818
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Sub Interpreter/Program Assistant for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing - VBESPA

Special Education Supervisor

The primary job goal of the Program Assistant for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing is to work with the classroom teacher in carrying out the instructional program for each student in the assigned class.

Special Services Building

701 S Paw Paw Street

Lawrence, MI 49064

As soon as possible

Placement on current program assistant salary schedule

7 hours per day

Substitute Program Assistant / Interpreter

High School diploma required

Associates degree or completion of two years’ college equal to 60 semester hours is preferred

• American Sign Language preferred
• Ability to work with students with hearing impairments who may possess deficits in developmental areas, particularly language and comprehension
• Ability to implement consistent child management skills
• Possess good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with teacher, ancillary staff and students
• Preference given to individuals with sign language experience

• Valid Driver's License required
• Consistently demonstrate effective instructional behaviors.
• Demonstrate effective classroom behavior management skills.
• Follow teacher direction and written lesson plans.
• Demonstrate initiative in picking up concepts and methods of instruction.
• Assist teacher in classroom preparation for instruction and organization.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining records of student’s progress toward IEPC goals and objectives.
• Instruct students individually or in small groups.
• Supervise a variety of student activities including playground, field trips, and community-based instruction opportunities.
• Stoop and kneel in order to play and work with children on the floor.
• Learn and use crisis intervention techniques with children.
• Assist students with personal needs (toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Assist in development of procedures and implement and collect data regarding their effectiveness.
• Provide constructive feedback to teachers regarding students, programming, and teacher performance.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and be able to take on the duties of the primary instructor when the teacher is absent from class.
• Accept feedback from staff in a professional manner.
• Deliver students to appropriate locations, on time, for programming or bus transportation.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Demonstrate ethical handling of confidential student and parent information.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon or established timelines.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Director of Special Education.

Terms of Employment : As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren ISD Board of Education.

This job posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s web site www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at the VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

Position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.

Position Type: Substitute

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]