ASL Interpreter
Description
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.