Sign Language Interpreter

Sign Language Interpreter Elgin, IL Job Details $30 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications IEP Spanish Interpretation Communication accessibility accommodations English American Sign Language Working with high schoolers Working with students Working with students with special education needs Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description JobID:

39765

Position Type:

Special Education/DHH Date Posted:

5/23/2025

Location:

Bartlett High School Date Available:

05/23/2025

Closing Date:

Until Filled Position /

Title:

Sign Language Interpreter Bargaining Unit:

DUEA Department/Location:

Specialized Student Services Calendar Days:

197

Reports To:

Building Administrator and Assigned Teacher JD Revision Date:

07/17/2024

Supervises:

N/A Function / Position Summary To support the program in providing a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of students with an IEP. Comply with the approved Code of Ethics for Educational Sign Language Interpreters and uphold School District

U-46 ICARE

Standards. Perform duties and activities under direct supervision of a certified staff member. Adhere to published policies and procedures distributed by the district and school. Maintain confidentiality of student, staff and department information within the school and community. Job Duties / Responsibilities Remain current with IEP goals/objectives for student. Convey content and intent of the message by interpreting spoken English into the language appropriate for the student (Signed English, ASL, PSE) and interpreting language of the student into spoken English. Interpret for DHH students in mainstream classes. Report the student's use of interpreter services to the education team as scheduled. Assist students and staff with use and care of frequent modulator equipment. Support appropriate placement and seating to gain access to information presented through the interpreter. Attend in-services within interpreter's work calendar and certification requirements assigned by supervisor. Participate in student meetings as part of the educational team as assigned. Provide support for district staff/parents as needed if appropriately licensed. Education Current appropriate Sign Language Interpreter Approval required. Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.

Experience / Knowledge

Effective communication skills. Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred. Physical Demands Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Terms of Employment This is a 10-month position Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement as applicable. May be required to complete additional professional development based on student need/assignment.

Salary Information:

This is a one year only position covering a Leave of Absence 197 calendar days 7.5 hours per day Starting rate $30.00 per hour Benefit / Pension eligible This position requires a license.

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//www.u-46.org/Page/20042 and scroll down for answers to Para Educator Licensure frequently asked questions. Attachment(s): DUEA 2025.pdf DUEA Salary Schedule SY25-29.pdf