GBCDHH - Interpreter

To interpret for deaf and hard of hearing student pre-K through 12th grade, to assist the deaf education teacher in academic development of those students and to assist in the preparation and organization of classroom activities.

Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications

Education / Certification / Licensure

• High School Diploma / GED
• Educational Aide Certification III
• Certificate in Interpreting issued by either the Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to work well with children
• Knowledge of Deaf culture
• Ability to use sign language as a communication
• Knowledge of interpreter role and code of ethics

Experience

One year of experience providing interpreting services or working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain and submit a schedule to GBCDHH Director.
• Complete all necessary paperwork concerning payroll, attendance, etc. in a timely fashion according to Clear Creek ISD policies and procedures.
• Interpret / transliterate according to the specifications of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Become and remain well-versed in course material in order to demonstrate competency in the interpreting / or transliterating process.
• Assist in providing general supervision of deaf students in all settings.
• Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with classroom discipline and behavior management techniques, using therapeutic holding and other management techniques.
• Assist with in-class support in either the self-contained deaf education setting or the general education setting (i.e.

small group instruction, individual tutoring, reading aloud (sign) or as requested by the teacher in the classroom).

• Be informed, monitor and report to the deaf education tracking teacher when concerns arise about the student’s accommodations / modifications approved by the Admissions Review and Dismissal committee (ARD).
• Assist the deaf education teacher with clerical duties, hearing aid checks, etc.
• Interact in a professional manner with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors or other individuals and participate as an effective team member.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school / department are met.
• Demonstrate flexibility when role shifts take place (i.e. in-class support vs. interpreting in self-contained deaf education setting or in-class support in the general education setting).
• Demonstrate professionalism in all ethical areas, especially in applying the Interpreter Code of Ethics to the educational setting as well as all communication.
• Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
• Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
• Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
• Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
• Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
• Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
• Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school / department are met.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively in sign language and spoken / written English, ability to paraphrase, clearly explain, and accurately convey / receive signed and spoken information;

maintain emotional control while working with students and adults; able to repair communication breakdowns; auditory concentration and language interpretation; confidentiality.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Repetitive hand motions; hearing and speech; visual activity; bending; stooping; walking.

Terms

183 days

Pay Grade

Interpreter Salary Schedule