Substitute Education Interpreter I/II at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, performs highly specialized language interpretation and translation services for students and staff in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHOH) program; serves as a member of the educational team.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION INTERPRETER I: Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent, sufficient related experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, possession of an education interpreter waiver issued by the California State Board of Education. EDUCATION INTERPRETER II: Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent, sufficient related experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, and possession of a certification issued by RID or have achieved a score of 4.0 or above on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) or equivalent assessment. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A passing score on a proficiency examination for reading, writing and mathematics skills test of the County Office of Education.
Please respond to the following question in a document attached to your application. How did you learn about this position? Please specify. (SCCOE Website, Referral, Indeed, Edjoin, Presentation, Career Fair, Community Event)
- Answers to Supplemental Questions (Please tell us how you learned about us?)
EDUCATION INTERPRETER I: Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent, sufficient related experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, possession of an education interpreter waiver issued by the California State Board of Education. EDUCATION INTERPRETER II: Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent, sufficient related experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, and possession of a certification issued by RID or have achieved a score of 4.0 or above on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) or equivalent assessment. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A passing score on a proficiency examination for reading, writing and mathematics skills test of the County Office of Education.
Please respond to the following question in a document attached to your application. How did you learn about this position? Please specify. (SCCOE Website, Referral, Indeed, Edjoin, Presentation, Career Fair, Community Event)
- Answers to Supplemental Questions (Please tell us how you learned about us?)
Comments and Other Information
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Various modes of sign language, finger spelling, and gestures as required by assignment including American Sign Language (ASL), Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), Contact Sign Language (PSE), Signing Exact English (SEE II) and American Manual Alphabet (finger spelling) methods and techniques used in communicating with persons who are DHOH.
Team interpreting.
Code of Ethics prepared by RID.
Basic child guidance principles and effective management techniques.
Basic social and emotional needs and challenges associated with students who are DHOH.
Deaf culture.
Effective record-keeping practices and procedures.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
ABILITY TO:
Effectively and accurately interpret/transliterate classroom lectures/instruction/discussion, videos and other related activities using sign language/voice and appropriate vocabulary.
Voice interpret for students, staff and parents.
Team interpret in a mainstream environment providing support as needed.
Understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Understand the basic social and emotional needs associated with students who are DHOH.
Effectively work with and tutor students in assigned subject areas.
Accurately analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action under established guidelines.
Operate standard office and specialized equipment including a desktop computer, copier, and communications equipment.
Effectively communicate in both oral and written forms.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:
Larry Oshodi
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, CA 95131-2304
(408) 453-6598
Comments and Other Information
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Various modes of sign language, finger spelling, and gestures as required by assignment including American Sign Language (ASL), Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), Contact Sign Language (PSE), Signing Exact English (SEE II) and American Manual Alphabet (finger spelling) methods and techniques used in communicating with persons who are DHOH.
Team interpreting.
Code of Ethics prepared by RID.
Basic child guidance principles and effective management techniques.
Basic social and emotional needs and challenges associated with students who are DHOH.
Deaf culture.
Effective record-keeping practices and procedures.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
ABILITY TO:
Effectively and accurately interpret/transliterate classroom lectures/instruction/discussion, videos and other related activities using sign language/voice and appropriate vocabulary.
Voice interpret for students, staff and parents.
Team interpret in a mainstream environment providing support as needed.
Understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Understand the basic social and emotional needs associated with students who are DHOH.
Effectively work with and tutor students in assigned subject areas.
Accurately analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action under established guidelines.
Operate standard office and specialized equipment including a desktop computer, copier, and communications equipment.
Effectively communicate in both oral and written forms.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:
Larry Oshodi
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, CA 95131-2304
(408) 453-6598
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
12/27/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Pay Range
33.01 - 39.80 Per Hour
33.01 - 39.80 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
July-June
Employment Type
Part Time