Description

JOB SUMMARY

The interpreter provides interpreting and/or transliterating services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and hearing consumers to ensure equitable communication access across academic, social, extracurricular, and community-based settings. In addition to delivering professional interpreting services, the interpreter supports instructional access and specially designed instruction under the supervision of certificated staff, functions as a collaborative member of the educational team, and upholds professional standards aligned with Deaf culture, interpreter ethics, and educational best practices.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide interpreting/transliterating for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, classmates, and educational staff in classrooms and school-related activities.
• Interpret/transliterate all grade levels (K–12) in social and academic settings, including but not limited to: direct and incidental conversations, classroom instruction, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular activities to ensure full access to instruction and participation.
• Participate in educational team meetings, including IEP meetings, and provide insight regarding communication strategies and student access (optional).
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Deaf, general education teachers, and related service providers to support communication access and instructional continuity.
• Prepare for classroom interpreting assignments by reviewing lesson materials, vocabulary, and academic concepts to support accurate interpretation and reinforcement of instruction.
• Support the implementation of specially designed instruction under the supervision and direction of certificated staff, reinforcing academic concepts as presented by the teacher without supplanting direct instruction.
• If qualified and outlined in the IEP, provide structured tutoring or academic reinforcement under the supervision of a certificated teacher.
• Assist in community-based instructional settings when part of the student’s educational program to ensure communication access and participation.
• Promote understanding of the interpreter’s role within the school setting.
• Adapt interpreting methods to match student developmental levels, language proficiency, and educational needs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to the RID Code of Professional Conduct while collaborating with school personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, consistent with the responsibilities of an educational interpreter as assigned by Special Services or building administrator.
  Assist in community-based instructional settings when required by the student’s educational program.
• Participate in professional development to enhance interpreting and instructional skills, and educational best practices.
• Perform basic computer tasks (email, documentation, word processing).
• Support students in educational environments, including physical assistance consistent with student needs and district guidelines.
  Report to assigned duty areas promptly and reliably
  Provide first aid in case of illness and/or injury and report accidents to the building office
  Dress in a manner that is professional and appropriate to the situation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Training
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from a recognized Interpreter Training Program (ITP).
• One of the following:
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) minimum score of 4.0 and passing written test; OR
• National Interpreter Certification (RID) and passing EIPA written test.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Successful completion of the district screening and/or skills assessment process.
  
  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture.
• Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct and interpreter ethics.
• Ability to interpret/transliterate effectively across academic subjects and grade levels (as evidenced through a district screening committee).
  Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively with all staff and students and as a team member, both verbally and in writing
• Understanding of educational terminology and classroom instructional practices.
• Ability to support instruction while maintaining appropriate professional role boundaries.
• Ability to collaborate as a member of the educational team.
• Ability to work with students in a warm and confident manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators in a confidential manner.
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality .
• Knowledge of student safety rules and school procedures.
  confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move between classrooms for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to assist students physically when required by educational plans.
• Work performed in classroom, school, and community settings with potential exposure to illness or injury risk.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT and Salary

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of the Mead Office & Support  Professionals  (PSE) and Policies and Procedures of Mead School District. A typical school year consists of 180 days plus 10 holidays, September through June of each school year.  The individual number of days may vary by position as defined within the CBA. 

The salary range for the position is: Min $26.27 – Max $30.44. Positions qualifying for the intensive care stipend as defined within the contract earn an additional $1.50 per hour. Salary placement will be at step 1 on the scale for the position unless otherwise noted within the contract. CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the Human Resources page of the Mead School District website at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/department-directory/human-resources/new-pageMead policies and Procedures can be accessed online at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies 

Each employee shall accumulate twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. An employee employed less than a full work year shall be entitled to a proportionate part of the sick leave allowance.  A maximum of three (3) days of annual leave are provided for all employees based on the employee’s scheduled employment hours per day to be used for an absence during work hours, or to be accumulated for the purpose of cash out.

Employees anticipated to work more than 630 hours per year will be eligible for Benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.  Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over a 12-month period are eligible for Retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services.

APPLICATION:

MEMBERS of Mead Support and Service interested in this position need to apply for this position via the application system, Talent Ed Recruit & Hire at www.mead354.org/employment by accessing the internal postings via the Internal link on the upper right-hand corner of the page. You will need to log in using your district email to see internal postings.  Please complete the required information on the internal application, including uploading a letter of interest and current resume to your profile.

All other applicants interested in this position, must apply for this posting through a link to our online applicant system found on the website at www.mead354.org.  Upload the required documents to your application. Below is a list of required materials. If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact Shelli Nemec at the District Administration Building or email shelli.nemec@mead354.org. The application, along with all required documents must be completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION:

1. 1. Your Resume
2. Your current Letter of Interest, which speaks specifically to your abilities in the position for which you are applying
3. Three (3) dated and current (within the last 3 years) letters of recommendation, or 3 completed online reference checks (email addresses required for references) or a combination of 3 letters and completed online checks.
4. Copy of your High School Diploma or High School Transcripts.
5. A copy of your college transcripts or proof of passing one of the the Master Teacher Assessments or Parapro test.
6. Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX/Civil Rights Officer, Josh Westermann, Section 504 Coordinator, Heather Havens and/or Affirmative Action officer, Keri Hutchins, at (509)465-6000 or via mail to 2323 E. Farwell Rd., Mead, WA, 99021.  Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 465-6010.
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