Deaf Educational Sign Language Interpreter at Educational Service District 112 - WA Share on X      Print Application Deadline

8/31/2025 8:33 AM Pacific

Date Posted 7/7/2025 Contact Chelsea Jacobson
360-952-3322 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range
29.44 - 35.82 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Beginning September 1, 2025, the range will be $30.18 - $36.72 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range. Length of Work Year 185 days Employment Type Part Time Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print    General Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Special Education Teacher, the Deaf Educational Interpreter works in conjunction with a hearing Sign Language interpreter to provide communication facilitation between hearing, deaf, and hard of hearing staff and students in the classroom and school events and activities.

Salary:
The full salary range for this position is $29.44 - $35.82 per hour.*Offer expected to be made at entry to mid-level of the range.

*Beginning September 1, 2025, the range will be $30.18 - $36.72 per hour. *Offer expected to be made at entry to mid-level of the range. Assignment/Location: This position is 32.5 hrs/wk, school year schedule, with hours over the summer to support extended school year (ESY), starting July 14, 2025. It will serve Quest Academy in Longview, WA.  
Summer hours for ESY will be 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Monday - Thursday from July 14th - August 7th.

 

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

Interprets any and all information presented in a classroom or building situation (e.g. lectures, announcements, discussions, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of providing student access to the services and activities provided by the school district and for staff to understand student comments and questions. Interpret communications between hearing, deaf, and hard of hearing students, parents and/or staff members in the classroom, at conferences, IEP meetings and other school activities. Work as a resource specialist with deaf or hard of hearing students and their teachers to develop language, articulation, and academic skills within the school and home environment. Supports staff in maintaining a safe environment for all. Attends a variety of meetings (e.g. IEPs, training, team meetings, meetings with outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and receiving information. This person is not responsible for interpreting during team meetings. Assists with classroom modifications when appropriate, as determined by the IEP, educational team, or in consultation with other direct service personnel for the purpose of meeting the educational and access needs of deaf and hard of hearing students. Confers and plans with the educational team to prepare for interpreting for the purpose of meeting the educational and access needs of deaf and hard of hearing students. Maintains confidentiality for the purpose of maintaining student privacy and to adhere to FERPA.. Works with teachers and staff to maintain documents, files, and records (e.g. IEP progress reports, student progress data, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, student progress, and ensuring an up-to-date trail for compliance  Provides access to the student's school day, which may include testing time, clubs, or independent work for the purpose of providing student access to the services and activities provided by the school district and to provides access to the student’s/students’ participation efforts.
Other Functions: Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED. Deaf or hard of hearing. Has Passed the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) or is otherwise qualified as a Deaf Interpreter .
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as an interpreter in an educational setting. Knowledge of programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

 

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions:

Classroom setting. Sufficient physical stamina and agility to perform sign language functions continuously through workday. Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.
Employment Requirements:
Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.

 

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