American Sign Language Interpreter

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

The job of ASL Interpreter is done for the purpose of assisting in the instruction of deaf and hearing impaired students by providing voice to sign and sign to voice support; interpreting for students, teachers and parents in communications; providing input into the evaluation of students' progress; and serving as a resource to other school personnel requiring assistance with deaf and hard of hearing students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned

• Assesses classroom, assembly hall, and other room setups (e.g. volume level, visibility, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper setup to facilitate deaf and hard of hearing students' learning.
• Attends in-service workshops and training for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information related to job functions and maintaining interpreter certification.
• Attends Individual Education Program meetings, as assigned, for the purpose of providing necessary input into the evaluation of students' communication needs.
• Confers with teachers and IEP team members for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementation of students' objectives.
• Follows strict code of ethics for the purpose of ensuring that student confidentiality is maintained.
• Interprets all communication in all educational settings (e.g. lesson being taught, teacher interactions, student interactions, students' questions, assemblies, speakers, environmental noises, alarms, announcements, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that students receive equal access to information being presented.
• Prepares daily log for the teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing for the purpose of providing progress information on students.
• Reviews materials to be presented by teachers and other speakers for the purpose of interpreting unfamiliar terms/materials for the student.
• Supports self advocacy on the part of the student for the purpose of preparing the student to become increasingly independent.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience (Required and Preferred):

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in position or school setting preferred.
• Must meet Kansas criteria for required certification.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public school education and the ability to apply them to the needs of the district.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with the students, staff, and community.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize appropriate technology.
• Ability to collaborate with team members to implement the district's strategic plan and engage in solution building.
• Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and adherence to Board policy.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to effectively write detailed reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, in relation to department duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to speak in front of large and/or small groups.
• Bilingual communication skills preferred.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have the ability to travel in personal or school district vehicle.
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling, working conditions and location of work.
• May require some physical exertion.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.