Sign Language Interpreter

JOB TITLE: Sign Language Interpreter
CLASSIFICATION: Classified
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Coordinator of Special Education, Coordinator of Student Services
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Primary responsibility includes interpreting for student(s) with hearing impairments as required in student's Individualized Education Plans.
QUALIFICATIONS:
(Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Licensure from Iowa Department of Professional Licensure, Board of Sign Language Interpreters & Translators.
• Knowledge of correct English usage; conceptually accurate signed English

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Interpret all information presented in learning situations in and outside of the classroom.
• Interpret at school functions outside of the classroom during regularly scheduled work hours.
• Assist in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school.
• Provide designated student(s) instructional services including physical, behavioral, and academic assistance and reteaching according to the IEP and under the direction of certified staff.
• Confer, plan, and work collaboratively with classroom teachers, special education teachers, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing and others in order to ensure assigned students receive appropriate services.
• Maintain confidentiality by discussing assignments only with district and AEA staff who have a legitimate need to know.
• Attend IEP meetings when requested by building administrators..
• Direct students to ask instruction related questions to the assigned teacher.
• Seek professional development opportunities and maintain a continuing program of staff development.
• Serve as a liaison to promote good public relations between students in the program, hearing peers, staff, and faculty members.
• Provide support to students in building as necessary.
• Attend all in-service and staff meetings as directed.
• Interpret for school-sponsored functions outside of the regularly scheduled school hours.
• Follow building associate work hours.
• Report concerns to appropriate school personnel.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Repetitious bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, hand movement and lifting.
• Drug, tobacco, and alcohol free while working.
• Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
• Some field trips and off campus supervision.
• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines.
• 9 to 12 month position
• Performance evaluated annually

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.
Urbandale Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The School District does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and position incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.
No student enrolled in the Urbandale Community School District shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in the District's programs on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status (for program), ethnic background, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (for employment) or socio-economic background (for program). The policy of the District shall be to provide educational programs and opportunities for students as needed on the basis of individual interests, values, abilities and potential. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district office at 11152 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA or call 515.457.5000. The district's Equity Coordinator is Ms. Stephanie Davis, daviss@urbandaleschools.com.