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Deaf Interpreter
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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.
$56,959 / year median in Missouri
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Deaf Interpreter
Northwest School District R1
Northwest High School - Cedar Hill, Missouri This job is also posted in Northwest R-1 School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5911510
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Provides interpreter services for children who are deaf or hearing impaired.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Additional duties may be assigned.
Interprets classroom lectures & instructions.
Interprets for students during non-instructional times.
Assists students with effective communication skills.
Communicates with staff regarding needs of students.
Attends IEP's and other staff meetings as requested.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
Certification/Licenser requirements
Working toward 60 hours of college credit
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with all aspects of the school community is required.
Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and viewpoints.
MATHMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job duties.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to work independently
Enjoys working with children at a variety of age levels
Ability to meet deadlines
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally, the employee may lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment. The foregoing is not an exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.
The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions. The employee continuously interacts with students, staff and the public. Travel may be necessary to various District buildings and/or other sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.
The information contained in job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required