Sign Language Interpreter

American Sign Language Interpreter

(for Deaf and Hard of Hearing)

LEVEL: Elementary: Webster Elementary School (other buildings as needed)

HOURS: Approximately 35hours per week when school is in session

START DATE: August 2025

SALARY RATE: Salary is competitive and based on qualifications and experience

This is a full-time, school-year position and includes health & dental insurance

CERTIFICATION: Wisconsin DPI Educational Interpreter Certification (884)

JOB DESCRIPTION: This individual will serve as the communication link for a student with significant hearing loss. The ASL Interpreter will attend classes with the student and provide support to the student by signing information presented to the student in the school setting. The Interpreter may need to cover for other interpreters in the district as needed and provide additional support services to ensure the safety, wellbeing and academic success of the student.

Qualified candidates should possess:

· A student centered approach

· A passion for working with school aged students

· The ability to promote a positive school climate in all interactions with students, staff, and parents

· Effective oral and written communication skills

· The ability to work as a collaborative and positive team member

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Training/experience with signing and working with a diverse student population

· Expressive and receptive signing skills in English and American Sign Language

· Training/experience working with students with cochlear implants

· Assist students as a paraprofessional as required by principal

· May be required to attend special student events outside of the normal working hours.

The ideal candidate will display the following personal characteristics:

· Commitment to Public Education and Continuous Improvement

· Honesty, Integrity, Confidentiality, and Trustworthy

· Approachable by Students and Staff

· An Ability to Support and Trust Staff

· Willing to Embrace the Watertown Community and our Students

THE DISTRICT: The Watertown community excels in its support for education and provides a comprehensive curriculum for our students. The District has an enrollment of approximately 3,300 students, spread over five elementary, one middle, and one high school buildings.

THE COMMUNITY: The Watertown community has 24,000 residents and is located on the Rock River and is halfway between Madison and Milwaukee, at the junction of Highways 16, 19, and 26.

APPLY BEFORE: Applications will be received until the needs of the district have been met.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.21 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 38 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $35