Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired ($22.23-$26.56 DOE)
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students Are you looking for a rewarding profession Jordan School District is looking for qualified and enthusiastic Sign Language Interpreters.
We have one current opening.
You will be providing interpreting services to students in a K setting.
Entry level pay is.
hour but may increase based on applicable experience credit.
Excellent benefits including State of Utah Retirement which adds approximately towards retirement.
This contract is a traditional school year.
Options are available for additional hours as needed.
The schedule gives you the ability to do freelance interpreting.
Requires a Utah Novice license.
However if you are waiting to test or are waiting for your test results a temporary license may be approved.
For questions on the position please contact Kerry Haywood at.
Applicants who are hired are eligible for a signing bonus after days of employment.
Employees are also eligible for additional stipends based on appropriate licensure EIPA Elementary year EIPA Secondary year or National Certification or level II year Under the supervision of the school Principal and teacher for the hearing impaired the Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired provides communication assistance to hearing impaired students in a public school setting at multiple locations in accordance with the Individual Education Plan IEP goals and in compliance with established practices and procedures.
Assist hearing impaired students in individual or group academic and nonacademic activities.
Provide communication assistance to hearing impaired students in a public school setting at multiple locations in accordance with the Individual Education Plan IEP goals and in compliance with established practices and procedures.
Assist hearing impaired students in individual or group academic and nonacademic activities.
Interpret class lectures instructional information announcements songs assemblies movies class questions or any other aspect of communication to permit the students with hearing impairments to function in the classroom.
Prepare class materials to fit the needs of the student.
Develop signs needed to convey information.
Teach students new signs especially regarding units where signs may have been developed specifically for the unit.
Facilitate the communication and interaction skills of other students in the class with the student with hearing impairments.
Assist the teacher in providing appropriate seating and lighting background for the student.
Educate teachers staff and students about deafness and how best to communicate with and facilitate the learning process of the student.
May perform one or more of the following specific duties as assigned e.
g.
coordinate interpreter assignments for activities and District sponsored events work with interpreting service agencies to ensure adequate coverage gather and report data for reports etc.
Be available during days and some evenings to assist the student at District sponsored events for deaf students or deaf parents including Parent teacher conferences extracurricular activities IEP meetings graduations drivers education studentparent meetings etc.
Follow all regulations and procedures for interpreters including the code of ethics.
This position requires punctual and regular daily attendance.
o Requires High School diploma GED or equivalent as reviewed by the Department of Human Resources.
Verification may be required.
o Requires successful completion of years of appropriate college coursework or equivalent.
o Requires at least State certification as a Novice TranslatorInterpreter.
State law requires Novice level interpreters move up to the intermediate level certification within three years of certification or become EIPA or RID certified.
o Must maintain State certification which may include yearly continuing education requirements.
Retaining State certification is a condition of employment.
o Knowledge of the IEP process and the interpreters involvement preferred.
o Must demonstrate competence in reading writing grammar and math.
o Requires good interpersonal skills to interact with students parents and staff.
o Requires skills in sign language ranging from signing Exact English to American Sign Language.
Oral interpreting may also be used.
o Job requires ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision but is highly influential in terms of a students ability to learn and progress.
o Requires ability to provide interpretationtransliteration within the professional code of ethics.
Interpretation consists of a steady flow of decisions and judgments about the substance the spirit and the accuracy of communication.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We have one current opening.
You will be providing interpreting services to students in a K setting.
Entry level pay is.
hour but may increase based on applicable experience credit.
Excellent benefits including State of Utah Retirement which adds approximately towards retirement.
This contract is a traditional school year.
Options are available for additional hours as needed.
The schedule gives you the ability to do freelance interpreting.
Requires a Utah Novice license.
However if you are waiting to test or are waiting for your test results a temporary license may be approved.
For questions on the position please contact Kerry Haywood at.
Applicants who are hired are eligible for a signing bonus after days of employment.
Employees are also eligible for additional stipends based on appropriate licensure EIPA Elementary year EIPA Secondary year or National Certification or level II year Under the supervision of the school Principal and teacher for the hearing impaired the Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired provides communication assistance to hearing impaired students in a public school setting at multiple locations in accordance with the Individual Education Plan IEP goals and in compliance with established practices and procedures.
Assist hearing impaired students in individual or group academic and nonacademic activities.
Provide communication assistance to hearing impaired students in a public school setting at multiple locations in accordance with the Individual Education Plan IEP goals and in compliance with established practices and procedures.
Assist hearing impaired students in individual or group academic and nonacademic activities.
Interpret class lectures instructional information announcements songs assemblies movies class questions or any other aspect of communication to permit the students with hearing impairments to function in the classroom.
Prepare class materials to fit the needs of the student.
Develop signs needed to convey information.
Teach students new signs especially regarding units where signs may have been developed specifically for the unit.
Facilitate the communication and interaction skills of other students in the class with the student with hearing impairments.
Assist the teacher in providing appropriate seating and lighting background for the student.
Educate teachers staff and students about deafness and how best to communicate with and facilitate the learning process of the student.
May perform one or more of the following specific duties as assigned e.
g.
coordinate interpreter assignments for activities and District sponsored events work with interpreting service agencies to ensure adequate coverage gather and report data for reports etc.
Be available during days and some evenings to assist the student at District sponsored events for deaf students or deaf parents including Parent teacher conferences extracurricular activities IEP meetings graduations drivers education studentparent meetings etc.
Follow all regulations and procedures for interpreters including the code of ethics.
This position requires punctual and regular daily attendance.
o Requires High School diploma GED or equivalent as reviewed by the Department of Human Resources.
Verification may be required.
o Requires successful completion of years of appropriate college coursework or equivalent.
o Requires at least State certification as a Novice TranslatorInterpreter.
State law requires Novice level interpreters move up to the intermediate level certification within three years of certification or become EIPA or RID certified.
o Must maintain State certification which may include yearly continuing education requirements.
Retaining State certification is a condition of employment.
o Knowledge of the IEP process and the interpreters involvement preferred.
o Must demonstrate competence in reading writing grammar and math.
o Requires good interpersonal skills to interact with students parents and staff.
o Requires skills in sign language ranging from signing Exact English to American Sign Language.
Oral interpreting may also be used.
o Job requires ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision but is highly influential in terms of a students ability to learn and progress.
o Requires ability to provide interpretationtransliteration within the professional code of ethics.
Interpretation consists of a steady flow of decisions and judgments about the substance the spirit and the accuracy of communication.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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