ASL Sign Language Interpreter for 24-25 SY

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

ASL SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER 24-25 SY

Supervisor: Building Principal/Director of SPED

Salary Range: PSE Salary Schedule

Location / Assignment: ASL interpreter
Conditions of Work 7 Hours/day 180 Day/Year-Contingent on continued enrollment of the student

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the teacher for the deaf, performs at an
independent level in interpersonal and technical skills. An ASL Sign Language Interpreter provides services to individual students with hearing impairments and their instructional assistants within the school and home environment.

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assists certificated and classified staff in implementing programs for students with hearing
impairments and provides training as needed.
• Works as a resource specialist with individual students with hearing impairments and their
teachers to develop language, articulation and academic skills within the school and home
environment.
• May assist classroom teachers in understanding the role of the interpreter in issues of
students with hearing impairments.
• Maintains records of treatment given and progress made submitting records, reports and
assignments promptly and efficiently
• Deals with obstacles and constraints positively.
• Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of his/her duties
• Provides lunch room and recess supervision
• Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth.
• Ability to meet punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information as necessary.
• Ability to develop and maintain high standards of performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, community, and staff.
• Perform related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to maintain
confidentiality, and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Director of Special Education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EIPA 4.0 performance score AND a passing EIPA written score as well as the National Certification.
• Demonstrated fluency in ASL Sign Language
• A letter of interest
• Three letters of recommendation
• A resume

UNION AFFIILATION: 

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB).  Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year.

*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

 
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

PROCEDURE:

• Apply online at www.qsd.wednet.edu
• Click on “Employment” and “Current Openings TalentEd”
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions
regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores at 509-787-4571 or email
vflores@qsd.wednet.edu.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI
fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: David Garza, Assistant Superintendent, dgarza@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer