What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developing Interpreter - Interpreting Apprentice Program position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
Developing Interpreter - Interpreting Apprentice Program
9507BR
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
NTID Access Services
Job Summary
The Interpreting Apprentice Program is designed to be a bridge from school to work for interpreters with 6 months to 3 years of experience. We aim to provide a supportive environment for new interpreters to develop their professional practice as they are starting their careers. Developing Interpreters are assigned to work with mentors who will assist them in pursuit of their professional development goals, provide resources and strategies to help improve their work product and connect them with resources within DAS and RIT/NTID as needed.
Developing Interpreters are assigned to interpret 20 hours of assignments per week, primarily in academic settings. The rest of their time will be dedicated to working with a mentor and engaging in professional development activities. Developing Interpreters are assigned onto one of five interpreting teams, but will work across disciplines.
This position is for the Academic Year from August through May.
Job Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Competency in American Sign Language and English, with skill and experience in interpretation between the two languages and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Department/College Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Competency in American Sign Language and English, with skill and experience in interpretation between the two languages and cultures.
Professional Area:
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the worlds leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For." RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employees pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RITs Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
jeid-a6961881c2f71642aab722d9a18a792c
9507BR
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
NTID Access Services
Job Summary
The Interpreting Apprentice Program is designed to be a bridge from school to work for interpreters with 6 months to 3 years of experience. We aim to provide a supportive environment for new interpreters to develop their professional practice as they are starting their careers. Developing Interpreters are assigned to work with mentors who will assist them in pursuit of their professional development goals, provide resources and strategies to help improve their work product and connect them with resources within DAS and RIT/NTID as needed.
Developing Interpreters are assigned to interpret 20 hours of assignments per week, primarily in academic settings. The rest of their time will be dedicated to working with a mentor and engaging in professional development activities. Developing Interpreters are assigned onto one of five interpreting teams, but will work across disciplines.
This position is for the Academic Year from August through May.
Job Responsibilities:
- Interprets class lectures with modest pace and concrete content. Provides Sign Language to spoken English interpretation for clients who use slow-paced English signs.
- Assess language needs of all consumers and adjust interpreting where possible to ensure accurate interpretation.
- Maintain a healthy work practice through application of biomechanic principles. Arrange for a biomechanic assessment.
- Confer with consumers, preview available materials, and research additional resources to prepare for assignments.
- Maintain effective communication with consumers, operations staff, and colleagues regarding the provision of service. Confirm all assignments to consumers.
- Develop and implement a professional development plan. Participate in structured in service training. Will have an assigned mentor.
- Participate in Apprentice colloquium, Core Team, and DAS staff meetings.
- OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Required Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- Associate's degree
- 6 months experience
Competency in American Sign Language and English, with skill and experience in interpretation between the two languages and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Department/College Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Associate's degree
- 6 months experience
Competency in American Sign Language and English, with skill and experience in interpretation between the two languages and cultures.
Professional Area:
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the worlds leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For." RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employees pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RITs Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
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Salary : $18 - $30
