Charleston County School District Visa Sponsorship USA

JOB PURPOSE/REASON: To provide equal communication and curriculum access to deaf or hard of hearing student that utilize ASL, their classmates, the educational staff, and others involved in the education setting.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• Associates Degree - Graduation from a 2 year training program for sign language interpreters.
• 2+ years of work experience with hearing impaired children.
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 3.2 at time of hire.
• Must obtain an EIPA score of 3.5 or above AND successfully complete the Educational Interpreter Written Assessment within two years of employment.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION: Successfully complete the Educational Interpreter Written Assessment within two years of employment.

OTHER SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Fluency in English and American Sign Language (ASL).
• Adherence to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment codes of Professional Conduct.
• Knowledge of language development of deaf and hard of hearing students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• National certification in Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf (RID) and/or National Association for the Deaf.
• Experience in education setting.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Current membership in state and/or national interpreter organizations.

PRIMARY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand the student's communication level and adjust presentation to increase understanding as a language model.
• When appropriate, assist with interpreting assessments and tests under guidelines of the specific test administrator manual.
• Facilitate age appropriate social interaction between peers and adults in the educational setting to foster independent communication.
• Preview curriculum materials such as text books, student materials, lesson plans, and media during planning time to prepare for upcoming academic classes.
• Collaborate with IEP team members to provide feedback and information.
• Attend IEP meetings as a service provider.
• Provide an in-service to the school staff on the student's hearing loss, mode of communication, and use of interpreter services while in the classroom.
• Collaborate with education team on ways to assist with pre-teaching content specific vocabulary and reviewing of essential concepts.
• Provide interpreting for other activities during the regularly scheduled school day as needed (field trips, IEP meetings, etc.).

SECONDARY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work to improve knowledge and skills by participating in 10 hours of continued education in professional development opportunities.
• Maintains effective communication and works cooperatively with other district personnel and parents.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components; Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Work is performed in a normal heated or air-conditioned environment. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment and make time-sensitive decisions. Must be able to meet deadlines and be flexible to daily routines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.24 - $49.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person