Educational Sign Language Interpreter
WORK SCHEDULE:
Five (5) days per week as per the School schedule and calendar.
SALARY RANGE:
According to the Terms of the Master Agreement for MEA. Please visit www.cgresd.net for contract details.
STARTING DATE:
August 2024
REPORTS TO:
Clare-Gladwin RESD Assistant Superintendent of Special Education
SCHOOL LOCATION:
Clare-Gladwin Area School
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
An educational interpreter working in a classroom shall possess the following:
A valid EIPA Performance score of 4.0 or higher, AND obtain EIPA Elementary Endorsement (Note: If the EIPA 4.0 score is obtained after August 31, 2016, the interpreter must also pass the EIPA written test); or Valid Deaf Interpreter credential and Certification recognized by the Division (CDI/DI); or Valid Division-recognized Certification.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
1. Modify spoken language for understanding by repeating, breaking down, and embellishing through the use of ASL.
2. Foster communication between/among partners and educators by modeling initiating engagement and eliciting responses through use of ASL.
3. Act as an advocate for the Hi student by teaching him/her to develop and/or implement communication and coping strategies.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person