What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly American Sign Language Interpreter position at Yakima Valley College?
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The hourly American Sign Language interpreter interprets classroom lectures and presentations for qualifying students. The interpreter works on an intermittent basis as required for particular courses. This is an hourly position not to exceed 69 hours per month. This position reports directly to the ASL and Disability Support Coordinator. As an hourly position, the position qualifies for Washington state part-time employee benefits.
Transmit, through sign language and mouth expression, semi-technical classroom and course work presentations; communicate to the student simultaneously what the instructor has said; transmit back to the instructor by interpretation from the students relaying responses to questions and asking questions.
Tutor students under the direction of classroom instructors; by sign language, answer their questions or assist them in course material that they are having difficulty with; provide guidance and direction on study methods.
Arrange for notetaking for deaf students; supply special notebooks and any other equipment needed.
Assist the instructor in providing for the deaf students the best possible environment to facilitate their learning.
Complete daily and monthly reports on classes for which interpreted, complete reports on individual student's progress.
Attend meetings and workshops in interpretation techniques and tutoring.
Perform related duties as required.
- High school graduation or completion of general education development test; plus one month of experience interpreting for the deaf or hard-of-hearing of which six months must have been in a classroom setting.
- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Expressive Interpreting and/or Expressive Translating Certification through evaluation by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- The use of ASL interpreting in a classroom setting.
- Cross-modal communication; experience interpreting using receptive/expressive ASL skills.
ABILITY TO:
- Communicate effectively in all modes.
- Maintain positive rapport and working relationships with students, faculty and staff.
- Adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct (PDC) as defined by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD).
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Employment Information:
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Click here for the full non- discrimination statement.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Salary : $45
