Sign Language Interpreter

Houston Independent School District • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Interprets and translates spoken language using Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), American Sign Language (ASL) or other appropriate manual sign system to provide appropriate educational benefits for deaf/hard of hearing students. Facilitates communication between hearing and deaf/hard of hearing staff and students.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or 60 hours
• Must be certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or the Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI), Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS). Board of Evaluation for Interpreters Certification requires a minimum of 100 clock hours of continuing education for recertification every 5 years. Continuing education units must include a minimum of 20 clock hours of ethics courses.
• No experience except work or internship experience interpreting for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing, preferably in an educational environment, as required by certification.
• Microsoft Office
• Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)
• Certified member of or certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or the Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI), Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS).
• Clear command of the English language: ability to objectively interpret and clarify spoken information for individuals (staff and students) who are deaf; familiarity with community and educational resources; ability to collaborate with all team members.

Responsibilities

• Interprets lectures, discussions, announcements, conversations, events, and other spoken word situations using manual sign system appropriate for the language and cultural background of deaf/hard of hearing students and staff.
• Accurately interprets deaf/hard of hearing students’ signs, words, and speech for other students, faculty, and staff where necessary and according to the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Works with teachers to gain understanding of relevant concepts to better facilitate translation for deaf/hard of hearing students according to the student’s IEP.
• Maintains current and accurate data required for students’ files and IEP.
• Communicates with local school staff regarding student’s progress, abilities, and modifications as appropriate. Participates in AED/IEP meetings, teacher/parent conferences, or other meetings as appropriate.
• Teaches students and staff how to appropriately utilize interpreting services.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees