What are the responsibilities and job description for the American Sign Language Interpreter position at Orange County Public Schools (OCPS)?
Under direction, the position functions as lead educational interpreter and resource coordinator for Deaf Hard of Hearing (DHH) students enrolled in the district’s exceptional education program or may be assigned to a school performing highly skilled classroom interpreting. The position facilitates communication between students who are deaf and hard of hearing involved in the educational process through the use of sign language, oral interpreting, and/or other communication resources needed to accommodate DHH students who qualify to receive these services. Employees at this level bring exceptional technical skills and extensive interpreting experience. Provides technical assistance to certified teachers in the education and training of DHH students. Interpreters are to adhere to The Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf (RID) code of ethics as relates to standard practices in educational interpreting as well as the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) guidelines for professional conduct. Work is performed under the direction of a certified teacher or other school official. Essential functions as outlined herein are performed according to the assigned functional area (e.g., interpreting, transliterating, captioning). Performs related duties as directed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.74 - $20.74 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21
