Sign Language Interpreter at Long Beach Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals to facilitate communication between students, staff, parents, teachers and others; independently interpret complex subject matter, educational concepts and special events in a variety of settings; perform related duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification. ? Provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals to facilitate communication between students, staff, parents, teachers and others; serve as a resource regarding the deaf and hard of hearing community and culture and the role of interpreters. E ? Serve as an interpreter in a variety of settings such as classrooms, assemblies, theatrical performances, sporting events, meetings, conferences, after school programs, field trips, special events, vocational trainings, workshops and emergency situations. E ? Interpret during classroom and other activities including lectures and discussions, non-captioned visuals, story readings, plays and public address announcements; utilize a register range appropriate to the setting and intent of the speaker. E ? Provide expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in American Sign Language, manually coded signed English systems and voicing into English for deaf and hard of hearing students, District staff, parents and others. E ? Communicate with students utilizing the mode of communication best suited to their needs in accordance with Individualized Education Plans (IEP); participate in IEP meetings as requested; confer with District staff regarding student progress and other concerns; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. E ? Review textbooks and academic materials to prep
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Training: Consistent with the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards: The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following: 1. Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or 2. Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or 3. Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics. Completion of course work in Deaf Studies, Early Child Education or a related field is preferred. Experience: Valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent. The following certifications are recognized by the State with a score of level 4.0 or above: 1. National Association of the Deaf (NAD) 2. American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) 3. Educational Interpreters Performance Assessment (EIPA) 4. Educational Sign Skills Evaluation (ESSE)
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Training: Consistent with the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards: The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following: 1. Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or 2. Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or 3. Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics. Completion of course work in Deaf Studies, Early Child Education or a related field is preferred. Experience: Valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent. The following certifications are recognized by the State with a score of level 4.0 or above: 1. National Association of the Deaf (NAD) 2. American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) 3. Educational Interpreters Performance Assessment (EIPA) 4. Educational Sign Skills Evaluation (ESSE)
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Some positions in this classification may require the use of personal automobile and the
possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Some positions in this classification may require the use of personal automobile and the
possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.