Educational Interpreter (Sign Language) at Mendocino County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Special Education, serve as the facilitator of communication between students, teachers and others; interpret from spoken and written English to sign language for students and sign language to voice for teachers and peers.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
• Possess a Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent; or must have achieved a score of 4.0 or above on the EIPA, the ESSE-I/R, or the NAD/ACCI assessment; • Education or experience related to working with children who are deaf and hard of hearing in an educational setting preferred; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License and provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: • An online application; • A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; • A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire.
BENEFITS Participation in our health, vision, and dental insurance, including an employee contribution, is mandatory. This will provide coverage for the employee, their spouse and eligible dependents. Employee may elect to become a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union and a member of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Possess a Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent; or must have achieved a score of 4.0 or above on the EIPA, the ESSE-I/R, or the NAD/ACCI assessment; • Education or experience related to working with children who are deaf and hard of hearing in an educational setting preferred; • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License and provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: • An online application; • A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; • A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; • A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire.
BENEFITS Participation in our health, vision, and dental insurance, including an employee contribution, is mandatory. This will provide coverage for the employee, their spouse and eligible dependents. Employee may elect to become a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union and a member of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Comments and Other Information
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required
PLEASE REMEMBER TO ATTACH ALL DOCUMENTS IN .PDF FORMAT
Comments and Other Information
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required
PLEASE REMEMBER TO ATTACH ALL DOCUMENTS IN .PDF FORMAT