Interpreter

Position Type: Non-Instructional Support Services/Interpreter Date Posted: 8/6/2026 Location: District Date Available: 08/31/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled District: Pine River-Backus Ind SD 2174 Pine River-Backus Schools is seeking a qualified Interpreter to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. The hourly wage ranges from $27.00 to $32.00, depending on qualifications and experience. This position includes a competitive benefits package, including paid sick and personal leave, paid holidays, group health insurance, group life insurance, and participation in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA).

JOB SUMMARY:

Interpreters provide interpreting and transliterating services for students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing in various environments. The primary function is to act as a facilitator of communication between the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student and his/her educational community, so that the student may actively participate in the educational program.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

To provide meaningful classroom communication for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student in an integrated setting and/or any other setting as deemed necessary Change simultaneously the spoken language into finger spelling and sign language and conversely the sign language into the spoken language Use ASL and/or Signed English based on the student's mode of communication Prepare for the interpreting assignment by reading and researching materials pertaining to the particular class Be prepared to interpret for other classes (day and evening) and various other interpreting situations in which the student needs interpreting assistance (i.e., extracurricular activities) Prepare vocabulary booklets by transferring written language into signs (i.e., reading, science, health, etc.) to reinforce signing skills of the teachers, parents and other students Work to establish and maintain open communication with the mainstream and Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff Provide information to the classroom teacher as to the role of the interpreter in the classroom To assist in meeting the student's educational needs: Evaluate the physical setting in the classroom so as to position yourself in the appropriate place to ensure maximum communication for the student Use the student's preferred mode of communication (i.e., ASL/Signed English/Pidgen English/Combination) Become aware of the student's language and skill level to assure appropriate communication techniques Check for the understanding of signs, new vocabulary and concepts Encourage the student to participate in the class Develop a good rapport with the student without infringing on the student's rights Understand and assist in the implementation and follow through of the student's educational plan developed through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, including providing academic support, behavior management, activities of daily living, and/or transition support as directed To work in partnership with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff: Serve as a collaborative member of the student's educational team including providing information to the team that will help evaluate the student's educational program Make appropriate personnel aware of needs that occur in the classroom that may affect the student's ability to succeed Provide teachers with information from the mainstream class related to class discussions, assignments, behavior of the student and tests Assist in developing new signs in the technical and academic areas to help the student learn new concepts Assist in tutoring in a particular subject when needed Promote Deaf/Hard of Hearing awareness in the classroom and throughout the school Perform any other duties as assigned Sourcewell