Sign Language Educational Interpreter **Dubuque Community School District** 1 Positions ID: 69814 Posted On 06/02/2025 Refreshed On 07/03/2025 **Job Overview** Title: Educational Interpreter Basic Function: This person works with students, teachers and other building staff members to assist in the delivery of the educational program. Itinerant depending on need, candidates should be prepared to sign and voice as part of interview. Required Qualifications: 1) Completion of an Interpreter Training Program 2) Licensed Interpreter – State of Iowa Desirable Qualifications 1) Experience interpreting in the school setting 2) Experience working with children Working Relationships: Type of Authority: Staff Reports To: Building Administrator(s) Consults With: Special Education Director, Building Administrator(s), Special Education Facilitator, Staff, and AEA Personnel Position Responsibilities: 1) Facilitate all communication in a variety of environments including announcements, discussions, assemblies, playground, lunchroom etc. 2) Participate as a member of the educational team 3) Advocate for the student in the school setting, i.e. scheduling, class changes, and use of the interpreter in specific situations in order to provide the student with equal access to educational benefits 4) Participate in student educational-related activities when needed 5) Collaborate with educational staff including reporting concerns to the appropriate individual 6) Communicate with the student’s teacher(s) and support service providers in order to facilitate educational interpreting services. 7) Provide input and feedback to supervising teacher as requested 8) Support guided practice or monitor educational program as directed 9) Assist with provisions of accommodations for students. 10) Meet the daily care student needs, including, but not limited to lifting, repositioning, diapering, toileting, restraining, etc. 11) Maintain accurate records 12) Assist teacher in computer entry of data and the application of technology 13) Maintain effective discipline based on the policies and guidelines of the District 14) Explain the role of an educational interpreter 15) Abide by and support the IEP document and related recommendations 16) Follow directions of the building administrator(s) and teachers 17) Attends all appropriate meetings. 18) Demonstrate an interest in self improvement in interpreting by attending appropriate workshops, seminars, and staff development sessions when available 19) Demonstrate professionalism in the workplace and in the community 20) Exercise maturity and sound judgment in making decisions 21) Maintain confidentiality 22) Recognize and demonstrate a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices 23) Perform other duties as assigned Primary Contact 12308 Jean Pfeiler HR Coordinator, 563-552-3028 Phone Phone Phone 563-552-3026 Fax jpfeiler@dbqschools.org Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Education Location Dubuque, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary Approx. $41,500 to start for 24-25 school year Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education Bachelors Company ID 971 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250602 End Date 20250815 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Sign Fabricator Express Employment Professionals **Share this Job** Dubuque Community School District **About the Company** The Dubuque Community School District reorganized in the early 1960's with the surrounding rural area and now serves a population of over 70,000. Presently, we have a student enrollment of approximately 10,120 students. A total staff of 2,522 employees (including 959 certified teachers, counselors and nurses) is presently employed by the Dubuque Community School District. The geographical area the Dubuque District serves is over 245 square miles and the District provides school bus transportation approximately 5,000 students each day. Eighteen school buildings are utilized to house our educational program: two high schools, one alternative learning center, three middle schools, and twelve K-5 elementary schools. Other facilities are provided for transportation, maintenance, cafeteria, and administration. Dubuque Public Schools provide a basic curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of children. Special programs include Title I, Learning Resource Services, Special Education, Talented and Gifted, and At-Risk.