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School Interpreter D.H.H. (Sign Language Interpreter)

Employer
Duval County Public Schools
Location
Jacksonville, FL, US
Salary
$14.00 - $20.52 / Per Hour

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Job Category
Support Staff, Translator

Job Details

Job Summary

Accurately and effectively communicates information through sign language interpretation/transliteration, between students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (Deaf/HH) and other individuals who use spoken communication in a variety of K-12 educational settings. Uses the mode of communication specified by the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP).


Essential Functions
Percent of Job
1. Correctly spells and explains with fingerspelling and signs all important vocabulary terms presented by instructor. When appropriate, accompanies signing with voiceless speech and transliteration. Fluently and accurately interprets a medium-paced classroom lecture at a language level most suitable for the student who is Deaf/HH.
20%
2. Fluently and accurately voices for the student who is Deaf/HH.
20%
3. Provides tutoring under the direct supervision of a teacher in areas in which the student who is Deaf/HH has trouble comprehending or completing assignments. Uses basic pedagogical techniques such as getting attention, providing guided practice, and reviewing previously learned material.
10%
4. Secures and reviews class materials in advance to enhance learning opportunities. Seeks clarification from main instructor on any concepts, information, or ambiguous terminology.
10%
5. Collaborate regularly with the Teacher for the Deaf/HH regarding the students' progress and other issues
10%
6. Collaborates on interpreting and tutoring approaches.
10%
7. Provides interpreting services for extracurricular activities and parent meetings.
10%
8. Manages and/or assists with environmental/circumstantial factors such as lighting, seating arrangements, auditory needs, visual accessibility, and amplification.
10%
9. Performs other duties as assigned by school principal.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: 1) Associate of Arts degree; and 2) Interpreter Training Program (ITP); OR Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 3.0 credential; OR National Interpreter Certification. One (1) year of experience interpreting within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community.

Promotional Requirements: NA.

Certifications & Licenses: A valid Florida driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.

Note: Duval County School Board issued identification must be worn in schools and during school activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Strong knowledge of English grammar and word vocabulary
  • Strong knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) (discourse level), and skill in signing syntactically and to reverse interpret communication of deaf/hard of hearing persons
  • Knowledge of a variety of sign language modalities, methods, and techniques, which may include fingerspelling, Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), American Sign Language (ASL), or other forms of manual communication
  • Knowledge of Deafness and Deaf Culture
  • Strong syntactical signing skills
  • Strong voice interpreting skills
  • Strong interpretation/transliteration skills
  • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to read, write and speak English
  • Ability to accept assignments at various schools in performance of duties, in accordance with student and/or District needs
  • Ability to analyze data presented orally and/or in written form and to present such data to the student and/or instructor accurately and effectively
  • Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with students, instructors, parents and others
  • Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when voice interpreting
  • Ability to deliver continuous, accurate, receptive, and expressive interpreting
  • Ability to maintain mental concentration to work for extended periods of time
  • Ability to adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and EIPA guidelines for professional conduct

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Legend:

0% = No Requirement (N)

1-20% = Some Requirement 1-2 hours per day (S)

21-50% = Moderate Requirement 2.5 - 4 hours per day (M)

51-79% = Great Requirement 4.5-6 hours per day (G)

80-100% = Constant Requirement 6.5 hours or more per day (C)


Physical Requirements/Movement:

Lift very light (1 to 10 lbs.) items or awkward weights (S)

See (C)

Hear (C)

Talk (C)

Sit (C)

Walk (M)

Stand (M)

Fine hand & finger movements (G)

Repetitive arm and hand motion (G)

Operate equipment (S)

Operate motor vehicle (S)
Work Conditions:

Classroom environment (C)

Note: The essential functions, physical demands, and working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary Location:
School Based
Salary Range:
$14.00 - $20.52 / Per Hour
Shift Type:
Full-Time

Company

Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, Florida is the 22nd largest school district in the nation and the sixth largest school district in Florida. The district is committed to ensuring that students are prepared for success in college or a career, and life. In addition, the district will make sure its mission of providing educational excellence is reflected in every school, in every classroom, for every student, every day.

 

DCPS currently serves approximately 128,000 students in grades Pre K-12 and operates 163 schools. In addition to its traditional, comprehensive schools, DCPS is known for its diverse magnet schools and themes and nationally recognized high school programs that include rich acceleration and vocational programing.

DCPS offers a competitive salary schedule and generous supplements for select hard to staff subject areas. Our starting teacher salary is the highest in the Northeast Florida region! Annual teacher salaries range from $39,500 –$73,000 based on degree and experience.

Company info
Website
Telephone
9043902505
Location
1701 Prudential Drive
JACKSONVILLE
FL
32207
US

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