USD 266 is seeking an Interpreter to facilitate communication for hearing impaired students by converting voice to sign and sign to voice in their assigned classroom(s) and setting(s).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High School diploma (or equivalent) required.

All Elementary Paraeducators must be Highly Qualified (48+ college hours Or college degree Or take/pass Highly Qualified Assessment).

Certified in required form of manual communication (ASL, SEE, etc)

Special Knowledge/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior; Ability to present information one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students.

Experience: Job related experience is desired

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the licensed staff member for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
Attends field trips, extra curricular activities, sporting events, etc. to provide interpretation services for the student and students participating.
Attends a variety of meetings (e.g. staff meetings, in-services, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and conveying information relative to job functions.
Interprets in meetings and activities to provide communication between voice to sign and sign to voice for hearing impaired individuals.
Instructs hearing impaired students, individual or small groups, under the supervision of the teacher to implement goals and improve student' success by the conversion of language to SEE or ASL.
Assists in the implementation of instructional plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of presenting and reinforcing learning concepts previously presented by a licensed staff member.
Maintains instructional materials, files, and records and ensures the availability of items, providing written references, and recording progress towards IEP goals and objectives.
Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of environments (e.g. classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, community, etc) supporting a safe and positive learning environment.

See description for full-details.

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Maize USD 266
Job Description
Job Title: Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Principal and Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Date Revised: July 2024
Primary Purpose:
To support the instructional program by facilitating communication for hearing impaired students by
converting voice to sign and sign to voice in their assigned classroom(s) and setting(s).
Qualifications:
Education/Certification: High School diploma (or equivalent) required.
All Elementary Paraeducators must be Highly Qualified (48+ college hours Or college
degree Or take/pass Highly Qualified Assessment).
Certified in required form of manual communication (ASL, SEE, etc)
Special Knowledge/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior; Ability to present information
one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students.
Experience: Job related experience is desired
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
● Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the licensed staff
member for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
● Administers, under supervision, first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g. tube feeding,
toileting, diapering, etc.) to provide the required care for assigned students.
● Attends field trips, extra curricular activities, sporting events, etc. to provide interpretation services for
the student and students participating.
● Attends a variety of meetings (e.g. staff meetings, in-services, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of
acquiring and conveying information relative to job functions.
● Interprets in meetings and activities to provide communication between voice to sign and sign to voice
for hearing impaired individuals.
● Instructs hearing impaired students, individual or small groups, under the supervision of the teacher to
implement goals and improve student' success by the conversion of language to SEE or ASL.
● Assists in the implementation of instructional plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of
presenting and reinforcing learning concepts previously presented by a licensed staff member.
● Maintains instructional materials, files, and records and ensures the availability of items, providing
written references, and recording progress towards IEP goals and objectives.
● Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of environments (e.g. classrooms, hallways,
cafeteria, community, etc) supporting a safe and positive learning environment.
● Rides school bus with students, as needed, to and from school to provide interpretation services.
● Communicates with a variety of individuals (e.g. supervising instructional staff, professional support
personnel, etc.) for the purpose of implementing IEP objectives and assisting in evaluating progress.
● Models desired behaviors (e.g. conversation, manners, cleaning activities, listening, everyday
interactions, etc.) for students in multiple settings.
● Reports incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive
learning environment, and adhering to State Law and school policies as a mandated reporter.
● Ability to learn, understand, and reteach appropriate curriculum to meet student needs.
● Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
● Maintain confidentiality as appropriate in order to comply with district, state and federal laws.
● Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the
department and district.
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Maize USD 266
Job Description
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and phone:
Standard classroom technology including computer and peripherals; Ability to operate
equipment used in instructional media machines and specialized equipment for the
hearing impaired.
Posture: Prolonged standing; Frequent walking, pushing/pulling, occasional kneeling/squatting,
occasional bending/stooping.
Motion: Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; Occasional reaching; Significant use of hands
and fine motor dexterity.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 20 pounds).
Environment: Primarily indoors; some outdoor student supervision.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; Maintain emotional control under stress;
Solve problems; Make decisions and be flexible.
Attendance: Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality as required by the Board of
Education policies and regulations.
Clearances: Background check and current TB test.
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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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