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Tempe Elementary School District No. 3
Translator/Interpreter - Signing
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An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.
$53,790 / year median in Arizona
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Translator/Interpreter
- Signing Tempe School District No.3 Sanchez
- Student Support
- Tempe, Arizona This job is also posted in Tempe Elementary Schools Job Details
Job ID:
5882514Application Deadline:
Oct 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)Posted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
To Be Determined Job DescriptionTITLE:
Translator/Interpreter- Signing
JOB DESCRIPTION
Facilitate communication between deaf and hard of hearing student and teacher(s) and/or other students. Interpret announcements, assemblies, videos and in different classroom settings. Assist teacher during non-instruction time.QUALIFICATIONS
1. Education and/or experience to a High school diploma or GED 2. Show proficiency in interpreting skills through one of the following: (a) Minimum passing score of 3.5 or higher on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) (b) Valid Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and/or Certificate of Transliteration (CT) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (c) Valid certificate from the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) at level 3 or higher 3. A valid State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) fingerprint clearance card 4. Three (3) years of experience working with children (preferred) 5. Ability to obtain certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First AidESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list isILLUSTRATIVE
ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Interpret classroom instruction for deaf and hard of hearing student.
- Accompany student to all classes and activities including assemblies, programs, videotapes and films. Assist student in communicating in classroom with other students and the teacher.
- Convey lessons accurately and concisely.
- Tutor student on assignments as needed.
- Prepare vocabulary for lessons ensuring the lesson can be signed accurately.
- Find definition of word to interpret correctly.
- Review subject material.
- Work with teacher to choose proper sign vocabulary for each subject.
- Inform teacher of student's progress and behavior.
- Assist teacher during non-instructional time.
- Assist in supervising students, and assist other students as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and/or Signing Exact English (SEE)
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of interpretation and the ability to accurately and effectively interpret for the deaf and hard of hearing
- Knowledge of early childhood or adolescent learning methods and techniques
- Knowledge of District policies and procedures affecting assigned work
- Knowledge of District behavior modification program
- Knowledge of reading readiness skills and strategies
- Knowledge of testing procedures and State standards
- Skill interpreting school lessons
- Skill assisting teachers with student learning
- Skill monitoring and assisting students
- Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Skill communicating orally and in writing
- Skill utilizing classroom supplies and equipment
- Skill in maintaining confidential files and records
- Skill in administering tests
- Ability to work with culturally diverse students