Primary Purpose

• To interpret for deaf and hard of hearing students pre-K through 12^th grade, to assist the deaf education teacher in academic development of those students and to assist in the preparation and organization of classroom activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification

• High School Diploma/GED
• Educational Aide Certification III
• Certificate in Interpreting issued by either the Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children
• Knowledge of Deaf culture
• Ability to use sign language as a communication
• Knowledge of interpreter role and code of ethics

 Minimum Experience

• 1 year of experience providing interpreting services or working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

GBCHI Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Maintain and submit a schedule to GBCHI Director.
2. Complete all necessary paperwork concerning payroll, attendance, etc. in a timely fashion according to Clear Creek ISD policies and procedures.
3. Interpret/transliterate according to the specifications of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
4. Become and remain well-versed in course material in order to demonstrate competency in the interpreting/or transliterating process.
5. Assist in providing general supervision of deaf students in all settings.
6. Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with classroom discipline and behavior management techniques, using therapeutic holding and other management techniques.
7. Assist with in-class support in either the self-contained deaf education setting or the general ed setting (i.e. small group instruction, individual tutoring, reading aloud (sign) or as requested by the teacher in the classroom). 
8. Be informed, monitor and report to the deaf education tracking teacher when concerns arise about the student’s accommodations/modifications approved by the Admissions Review and Dismissal committee (ARD). 
9. Assist the deaf education teacher with clerical duties, hearing aid checks, etc.
10. Interact in a professional manner with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors or other individuals and participate as an effective team member.
11. Work collaboratively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met. 
12. Demonstrate flexibility when role shifts take place (i.e. in-class support vs. interpreting in self-contained deaf education setting or in-class support in the general education setting).
13. Participate in continuing professional growth as required by the certification governing body,
14. Demonstrate professionalism in all ethical areas, especially in applying the Interpreter Code of Ethics to the educational setting as well as all communication.
15. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
16. Display proficient levels of technology applications.
17. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
18. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
19. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisors.
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher, principal or Director of GBCHI or as determined by specific area of assignment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Ability to communicate effectively in sign language and spoken/written English, ability to paraphrase, clearly explain, and accurately convey/receive signed and spoken information
• Maintain emotional control while working with students and adults
• Able to repair communication breakdowns
• Auditory concentration and language interpretation
• Confidentiality

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Repetitive hand motions; hearing and speech
• Visual activity
• Bending; stooping; walking

Days in Contract:  183

Hours:  7.5

Rate of Pay:  Dependent on Certification