Sign Language Interpreter

Agency
Eastern NC School for the Deaf

Division
Eastern NC School for the Deaf

Job Classification Title
Sign Language Interpreter (S)

Position Number
60039260

Grade
NC14

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Description of Work
The Sign Language Interpreter provides interpretation of sign language (receptive and expressive) for students, staff, parents and the school community.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Interpret for school meetings which include school personnel, students, parents, and/or other external participants to ensure access to information. Meetings may include but are not limited to IEP meetings, student staffing, Mental Health meetings, staff development meetings on and off campus with other outside persons/agencies, phone conversations, etc.


Provide services to Deaf Administrators, and Dept. Heads as needed on a daily basis.

Interpret in the classroom for mainstreamed students.


Share teaching responsibilities of sign language orientation to new employees who do not have knowledge of sign language.


Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in an interpreter training program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional interpreting experience in a community, business, or government program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification If applicable as defined by GS 90D, meets the requirements for licensure as determined by the North Carolina Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:
Alexis Kavonna Chestnut

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