Sign Language Interpreter, Special Education

Sign Language Interpreter, Special Education JobID: 1934 Location: Lincoln Center, South Saint Paul, MN Hours per Day: 7.5 (8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) Anticipated Start Date: August 26, 2026 Position Overview Under the supervision of the program's assistant director/principal, the sign language interpreter provides students who are deaf and hard of hearing with sign language interpreting services in elementary and/or secondary settings within Dakota County. Interpreters establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and supporting communication among team members. They may provide in-service training, use knowledge of classroom subject matters, assistive listening devices, and Deaf culture to facilitate optimal access to interpreted messages. Responsibilities Provide sign language interpreting services to students in elementary and/or secondary settings. Follow program direction and prepare for assignments to ensure effective interpreting and transliterating services. Adapt physical conditions to optimize students' visual access to interpreted messages in instructional settings. Prepare for duties by studying subject matter, meeting with teachers and instructors, and practicing related sign vocabulary. Adhere to the code of conduct for educational interpreters. Be aware of students' language and skill levels, ensuring appropriate interpreting techniques; review and facilitate individualized education plans as appropriate. Perform classroom assistance, tutoring, and supervision of students when not interpreting. Help maintain safety of all students and the environment. Collaborate with related service personnel, teachers, assistants, and other staff to meet student needs and maintain a positive work environment. Participate in program assignments, training, and in-service activities as determined by the special education supervisor. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Demonstrated skill and certification in expressive and receptive sign language interpreting (NAD/ACCI, EIPA, or RID preferred; provisional certificate required). Experience interpreting in an educational setting preferred. Ability to work as a team player, take various assignments at different locations, and support students' language, communication, self-advocacy, and developmental needs. Willingness and ability to work with students receiving special education services. Effective collaboration with staff, parents, and community. Basic computer and email proficiency; proficiency in core educational subject areas. Physical Requirements Ability to handle up to 25 pounds of exerted force. Requires frequent standing, speaking or hearing, using hands, repetitive motions, sitting, and reaching. Occasional walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Ability to tolerate sudden jarring movement. Vocal communication required; hearing at normal spoken word levels required. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather and bloodborne pathogens; may require protective equipment. Work environments generally moderately noisy. Intermediate School District 917 is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermediate School District 917