Duties and Responsibilities

Interpret for deaf/hard of hearing student(s)
Interpret at extra-curricular activities and/or school related meetings as requested
Attend relevant staff meetings and in-services as directed
Work with student on individualized programs as directed by the teacher.
Under the direction of the teacher, will develop materials for individualized programs as needed
Assists in behavior management of students
Assist with recess/lunch duty and/or bus duty as assigned to monitor student behavior and/or facilitate social skills
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Degree in Sign Language Interpreting
National certification from RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) or 3.5 score on the EIPA
State License
Demonstrated ability to interpret the spoken word to sign language and sign language to the spoken word
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally, manually and in writing
Prior educational interpreting experience
Prior experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the school team.