ASL Interpreter

Position Summary

The ASL Interpreter provides in-person American Sign
Language interpreting to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in grades 3 through
12, substituting for district staff interpreters on an as-needed basis. The
interpreter facilitates full access to classroom instruction, school
activities, and communication between students, teachers, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

•      Provide
accurate, real-time ASL interpretation during classroom instruction,
assemblies, and other school activities as assigned

•      Accept
assignments only when scheduled through the authorized district process; do not
self-schedule or accept assignments from unauthorized parties

•      Arrive
punctually and be prepared for each assignment, including familiarity with
subject matter and any student-specific communication needs where provided

•      Maintain
professional, age-appropriate conduct and communication with students in grades
3–12

•      Maintain
confidentiality of student information consistent with FERPA and school policy

•      Coordinate
with classroom teachers and school staff to support the student's access to
instruction

•      Document
services provided (dates, times, locations, hours) to support vendor invoicing

•      Notify
the scheduling coordinator promptly of any inability to fulfill an assigned
engagement

•      Accept
that the district may request replacement of an interpreter for a given
assignment at its discretion

Qualifications & Requirements

•      Demonstrated
qualification as an ASL interpreter meeting applicable state requirements for
educational interpreting (e.g., state-recognized certification or
quality-assurance screening, as required by the state Department of Education)

•      Prior
experience interpreting in a K-12 or educational setting strongly preferred;
experience with the grades 3–12 age range a plus

•      Must
pass both an FBI fingerprint-based background check and a state-level criminal
background check prior to placement; clearance valid two (2) years and subject
to renewal

•      No
felony or other disqualifying-crime conviction or plea, per district policy

•      Reliable
transportation; ability to report to assigned school buildings within the
district

•      Strong
interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working with school-age
students and staff

•      Must
hold and maintain any applicable state licenses/certifications; required to
self-report any lapse, revocation, or suspension within one business day

Additional Notes

This is a contract/substitute position with no
guaranteed minimum hours — assignment volume varies by district need throughout
the school year. The district's identity and specific building locations will
be shared with candidates upon engagement.