Educational Sign Language Interpreter - ...

Job Description We want YOU here!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students each day? As an Educational Sign Language Interpreter, you'll help create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment by bridging communication and building connections. This role is about more than just interpreting-it's about empowering students, supporting their growth, and being a valued member of a collaborative team. If you're passionate about communication, equity, and helping students thrive, we invite you to join us.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

Registered and Certified in the state of South Dakota and holding a level III South Dakota Certificate, level III NAD certificate, RID certificate, NIC, an individual certified by the department using the EIPA assessment score of 3.5 or higher, or a South Dakota provisional certificate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position requires frequent time periods of sitting, standing, walking, and speaking.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Interpret oral communication into sign language and signed communication into spoken English in general education classes (this may include American Sign Language, Manually Coded English, Pidgin Signed English and/or Oral Interpreting).
2. Facilitate communication among students who are deaf or hard of hearing, the classroom teacher and other personnel in the school district.
3. Provide direct tutorial assistance in areas of academic support.
4. Convey the content of the message clearly and accurately according to the receptive language level of the student.
5. Adhere to the rules of confidentiality required of all school staff. Maintain professional standards as defined in the Code of Ethics of the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
6. Participate in educational team activities either in person or via a report. Activities may include team meeting, Individualized Education Program (IEP) conference, Multidisciplinary Team meetings and/or informal staff meetings. Input from the interpreter is valuable information in regards to communication strategies and progress related to the child's use of the interpreter.
7. Assist in communication throughout the school day as stated in the IEP.
8. Preview materials, conference with teachers, record data in logs, research signs, etc.
9. The above list of essential functions and elements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

View the complete job description here: Educational Sign Language Interpreter

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $29.02 per hour

View the complete salary schedule here: 2026-27 Tutor/Interpreter Salary Schedule

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR
2026-2027 Tutor/Interpreters Calendar

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number

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