Position Summary
The Educational Interpreter is responsible for the deaf and hard of hearing students' (K-12) accessibility to education. Perform simultaneous interpretation of spoken language and sign language for deaf and hard of hearing students within and outside the classroom environment (spoken English into sign language and voicing of sign language into English). Interpret classroom instructions and activities including movies, intercom announcements, discussions, peer interactions, assemblies, and special events as assigned. Provide reteaching and other academic and classroom support.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an Interpreter Education Program.  AA/AS required. BA/BS in ASL/English Interpretation, Education, Linguistics or related field preferred
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) at level 3.5 or above or the ability to achieve within 2 years
• Previous experience interpreting in a school setting preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in comprehension and expression of American Sign Language, Contact Variety, and Manual Coded English.  Able to adapt to varying styles and systems used in other schools and geographic regions. Able to communicate effectively with children and adults in both English and sign language
• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)/ English Interpretation as demonstrated by successful completion of the Oregon Skills Assessment for Educational Interpreting and Transliterating
• Able to adapt and adjust interpretation to meet language, cognitive and developmental level of student and to facilitate students’ comprehension
• Knowledge of instructional aiding and tutoring methods for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.  Able to model appropriate use of ASL and spoken English.  Able to provide supplemental instruction when needed to augment primary instruction.
• Able to follow the established RID Code of Ethics. Able to maintain confidentiality
• Able to assess and understand individual student’s communication abilities and styles to ensure accurate interpretation as related to the student’s age, cognitive level, register, personality, affect, learning style and language competencies
• Able to understand and interpret curriculum from Kindergarten to Advanced placement Science and Math and Foreign Language classes
• Able to make on the spot independent decisions regarding how to present curriculum to meet each student's ability to understand academic material
• Able to teach social and communication skills appropriate for participation in mainstream hearing environments.  Able to encourage and facilitate peer communication and socializing between deaf and hearing students in all school settings
• Able to educate staff and students on the interpreter’s function, diverse roles, and primary responsibilities.  Able to provide ongoing instruction and coaching to staff and students regarding how to effectively use an interpreter to facilitate communication
• Able to provide basic education to hearing staff and students about Deaf culture and sign language to minimize cross cultural misunderstandings.  Able to teach sign language to staff, students, and families. Able to teach staff and students, as needed, the use of assistive technology such as: TTY’s, closed caption devices, visual alerting systems, cochlear implants, hearing aids, and FM systems
• Participate in continuing professional development through college course work, inservices, workshops, conferences, and independent study. 

4J employees-teachers, support staff and administrators-believe strongly in the worth of public education, and the difference caring people can make for students. The district's motto is "Investing in students, creating the future." Understanding that students will flourish in a supportive system that promotes creativity and high achievement, staff use three guiding principles to help them in their work: Do what's best for students, continue to learn and grow, respect and care about each other." 4J believes that all children deserve an excellent, well-rounded education.

Eugene School District 4J is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and valuing the cultural, educational, and life experience of each student and employee, as well as equitable outcomes for all students. Eugene School District 4J is committed to the support and development of a culturally competent workforce. As part of our commitment to diversity, persons of color and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The District is also committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the ADA may request accommodation by contacting Human Resources. .