Substitute Deaf Hard of Hearing Interpreter

Special School District of St. Louis County; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Special School District Saint Louis County is seeking a Substitute Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter to provide interpretation and transliteration services across classrooms and activities. You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to ensure students have full access to instruction and meaningful participation in learning environments.

The role requires interpreting credentials, licensure, and a commitment to equity and accessibility within a district serving thousands of students

Qualifications

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of sixty (60) completed college credit hours required
• Current Missouri Interpreter Certification at the Basic, Advanced, or Master level required
• Current licensure through the State Committee of Interpreters required

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and transliteration throughout the school day to ensure students have access to instruction
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support clear and effective communication across settings
• Help remove communication barriers and support students' inclusion and learning needs in the SSD district

Skills

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Job description

Substitute Deaf Hard of Hearing Interpreter

Special School District Saint Louis County *DISTRICT WIDE - St. Louis, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Substitute Deaf/Hard of Hearing Interpreter

As a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreter with Special School District (SSD), you will play an essential role in ensuring students have full access to their education. By providing interpretation and transliteration throughout the school day, you help students stay connected to instruction, participate in classroom discussions, and engage with peers and staff. Your work makes a direct impact by removing communication barriers and helping students feel included and confident in their learning environment.

You will work alongside teachers, staff, and families to support clear and effective communication across a variety of settings. By collaborating with teachers of the deaf, you help ensure that services are consistent and responsive to students' needs.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of sixty (60) completed college credit hours required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Missouri Interpreter Certification at the Basic, Advanced, or Master level required
• Current licensure through the State Committee of Interpreters required
• $42/hour

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.

Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $42 to $42 Hourly

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Special School District Human Resources
• 12110 Clayton Road
• Town & Country, Missouri 63131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]