Deaf Education Interpreter - PCN

Job Title: Deaf Interpreter

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Qualifications: Education/Certification High school diploma or GED Valid certification as interpreter granted by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf or Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Special Knowledge/SkillsMust be 18 years of age Ability to interpret in an educational setting Knowledge of interpreter role and Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work with hearing impaired students Ability to read and interpret documents Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Ability to speak effectively to groups ExperienceSome experience working with children Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Support 1. Interpret in educational settings including classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs and meetings, conferences, staff development, and other situations.2. Attend and interpret Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings as needed.3. Tutor hearing impaired students under the direction of classroom teacher.4. Help maintain administrative records and prepare required reports. Student Management 5. Help manage student behavior. This includes intervening in crisis situations.6. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's communication needs.7. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students. Other 8. Maintain confidentiality.9. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneEquipment UsedCopier, personal computer, and audio visual equipment

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Repetitive hand motion Maintain emotional control under stress Moderate stooping, bending, and lifting Works outside and inside