Job Opportunity: Basic Interpreter – DFW

Job Opportunity

Plano, Texas (Near Dallas)

http://pisd.edu

PLANO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB TITLE: Basic Interpreter WAGE/HOUR STATUS: $14.00/hr minimum

REPORTS TO: Lead Interpreter and/or Deaf Education Coordinator

DEPT./SCHOOL: Regional Day School Program for the Deaf

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• Interpret in sign language all communication that occurs in the
classroom for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and require
total communication. Assist the teacher in reverse interpreting
comments, questions, or responses by these students. Work under the
supervision of a teacher/team leader/ supervisor certified in
education of the deaf and/or hard of hearing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Licensed by the Board for Evaluation of Interpreters under the
auspices of the Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing or
by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children

• Ability to interpret in or willingness to learn SEE 2 sign system

• Knowledge of general office equipment

• Willingness to execute written employment contract with Plano ISD

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and
state and local board policy.

• Assist the student in interpreting and/or reversing lectures,
questions/answers, discussions, etc.

• Work with individual students or small groups to communicate in
the classroom and to complete assignments as assigned by the lead
interpreter or team leader.

• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both
inside and outside the classroom as assigned by the lead interpreter
or team leader.

• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of
individual students if deemed necessary by the lead interpreter or
team leader.

• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.

• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty
meetings, and special events, as needed.

• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and
follow directives from superiors.

• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.

• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the
Administration and/or supervisor.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Uses copier, typewriter, computer, laminator, TDD or Texas Relay,
and audiovisual equipment including captioning equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written);
interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions;
maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; occasional prolonged
and irregular hours.

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and
pulling. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.
Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Please contact Leslie Allen for more information.

Email: [email protected], cell: 214-924-7031

Leslie Allen

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 214-924-7031