American Sign Language Interpreter

American Sign Language Interpreter Job Description

Tallmadge City Schools

Full-Time Position

Reports to: Director of Student Services

JOB SUMMARY

Facilitates communication between hearing and deaf or hard of hearing individuals in classrooms and meetings using American Sign Language or other manual sign system; serves as a liaison between deaf or hard of hearing students, hearing students and instructors; and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides sign-language interpreter services.
• Interprets lectures, discussions, announcements, conversations, meetings, events, and other spoken word situations using American Sign Language or other manual sign system appropriate for the language and the cultural background of deaf or hard of hearing students and staff.
• Maintains awareness of best practices, emerging trends and new legislation relating to Sign Language/Interpreting functional area.
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite.
• Working hours may include evenings, holidays or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events.
• Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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.

• Ability to accurately interpret spoken language to sign language and interpret sign to spoken language for lecture classes, physical education classes, labs, meetings and various assignments as scheduled; follow and give oral and written directions; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population; maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Knowledge of American Sign Language or other sign system used by students; technical signs or specialized vocabulary used in the courses assigned; deaf culture, local deaf community, and resources for the deaf; specialized equipment for the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and experience required.

• Completion of an approved licensure program for educational interpreters
• Ohio Associate Licensure as an Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired
• Passing score on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in sign language or interpreting functional areas in an educational setting is preferred.
• Experience of working effectively in a team environment with a customer service focus.