ASL Interpreter

American Sign Language Interpreter

Intermediate District 287 is looking for an American Sign Language Interpreter for our Itinerant Services!

Intermediate District 287 serves students in grades K-12, as well as transition age students (18-22 years old), from our 12 member districts in the west metro area. Our district offers a wide range of services and specialized programs, primarily focused on setting IV special education, that is designed to meet the diverse needs of our students.

Our American Sign Language Interpreters serve a critical role in ensuring full communication access within the educational environment between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students who use sign language and their teacher, the student's peers and other school personnel. This position serves as an integral member of the student's school-based team.

Why Work with Us?:

At Intermediate District 287, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both students and staff. Here's what makes our district special:

• Trauma-Informed Approach: We prioritize understanding the impact of past trauma on student behaviors, creating a safe and supportive space to help each student thrive.
• Comprehensive Support Services: Each school is equipped with a dedicated team, including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and Student Safety Coaches who are all working together to build meaningful relationships and support student success.
• Small Class Sizes: We offer personalized attention in small classes, with an average of 6-8 students per class, ensuring every student receives the individualized care they deserve.
• Commitment to Diversity: We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision is focused on hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.

Experiences integrated into this position include:

• Participation in district-wide and department specific professional development (apx. 8 full days per year) targeted towards further development of expressive and receptive signing skills, educational interpreting, equity, educational access, and collaboration with teammates.
• Professional development includes instruction and learning opportunities provided in American Sign Language (voice off) and in English
• Participation in a network of 15+ interpreters who work across the K-12 and transition settings. This network provides opportunities to share knowledge, resources, provide support, and partnership
• Non-certified interpreters participate in weekly mentoring with the lead American Sign Language Interpreters
• Coaching, feedback and support from supervisor fluent in American Sign Language
• Walk throughs and on-site connect points from a supervisor fluent in American Sign Language
• Opportunities may be available to work independently at a site, at a site with a small group of interpreters, or serve as a float supporting needs across the district.

Position Details:

Work Schedule: Up to 35 hours per week Salary is based on Local 2209 Salary Schedule D: $29.52 - $37.24 per hour (depending on experience and education) Certified ASL Interpreters may be eligible for $3,000 signing bonus

Generous Benefits including:

• Low cost medical insurance
• No Premium Employee-Only (Single) Medical Insurance
• Infertility benefits
• $40 copay for outpatient mental health services
• Low cost dental insurance
• District funded HRA account
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Optional health care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Optional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Extensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions
• Retirement benefits through PERA
• Optional 403b with district match after 1 year
• Paid time off
• Mental Health benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• More details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits - Intermediate District 287

Requirements:

• Must have completed a training program affiliated with a state accredited educational institution AND hold one of either 1, 2, or 3.
• Pathway 1
• An interpreter and/or transliterator certificate awarded by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID); OR
• A general level proficiency certificate at level 3 awarded by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD); OR
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) at the 4.0 level.
• Pathway 2
• Graduate from an accredited Interpreter Training Program AND
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a score of 3.5-3.9
• Current 2 year provisional certificate or interpreter extension AND
• Willingness to participate in weekly mentoring
• Pathway 3
• Graduate from an accredited Interpreter Training Program AND
• Current 2 year provisional certificate AND
• Willingness to participate in weekly mentoring

Interview Process:

• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until position is filled.