We are recruiting for certified educational sign language interpreters.  They must be RID certified or have achieved a 4.0
expressive and receptive score on EIPA, ESSE or NAD/ACCI.

Exceptional benefits including:
  • 100% paid health insurance benefits (for self + dependents)
  • 10 days of paid vacation per year
  • 14 paid holidays per year
  • Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
  • Social Security & Medicare

Positions are 6.25 hours/day, 10 months per year (school year).

To apply online: http://jobs.simi.k12.ca.us/sigmaweb

For more information please contact:
Rosa Hensley
Classified Personnel Services
875 E. Cochran Street
Simi Valley, CA  93065
805-306-4034
(posted 2/2/10)




The Los Angeles County Office of Education is looking for bright, talented, and highly motivated individuals to interpret for
our deaf and hard of hearing students.  Positions are located throughout Los Angeles County.  You must have a 4.0
expressive and receptive score from RID, ESSE, EIPA or equivalent assessment agencies.

  • Requires one year of paid or volunteer experience working with people who can communicate or be communicated
    with only through sign language.  Twelve semester units in specialized sign language courses can substitute for the
    one year of experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent

10 vacancies
Excellent benefits
30 and 35 hours per week positions

To apply online go to www.personnelcommission.com  
For more information call:
Bonnie Carter, Human Resources Analyst
Personnel Commission
9300 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA  90242
(562) 803-8439

(posted 12/10/09)




San Diego County Office of Education is advertising for four DHH interpreter positions:

Interpreter 1

Individuals who have scored a minimum of 4.0 on the Educational Sign System Evaluation(ESSE) are eligible for this
position.  There are two positions for Interpreter 1.

Interpreter II

Individuals who have scored a minimum of 5.0 on the Educational Sign System Evaluation (ESSE) are eligible for this
position.  There are two positions for Interpreter II

These positions are located within school districts in North County San Diego, especially the Carlsbad area. WE are a
SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) of the state of California and work with low incidence disabilities. We will be
supplying all interpreting services in 14 school districts along the Hwy. 78 corridor in San Diego.

To apply go to EDJOIN.org  
San Diego County Office of Education

For more information call:

Linda Dinkel, Coordinator
North Coastal Consortium for Special Education
255 Pico Avenue, Ste. 101
San Marcos, California 92069
phone: 760-761-5112
cell:      760-855-5065
FAX:     760-471-2008

(posted 7/15/09)


                                                  

JOB TITLE: Educational Sign Language Interpreter

HRS/WEEK: 20 hrs/wk STARTING DATE: 8/14/09

Position located in Marin County north of San Francisco in a public school setting for 4 hours per day Monday-Friday
during the 2009-10 school year with a child who primarily uses SEE or PSE.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • certified by the Registry for the Deaf (RID) or Level 4 EIPA or ESSE.
  • previous interpreting experience with aurally exceptional individuals and/or groups preferably in an educational
    setting
  • knowledge of various sign language systems,(particularly SEE), finger spelling and gestures
  • knowledge of proper English usage, grammar and punctuation
  • awareness of Deaf culture, basic personal/social problems and learning disabilities associated with deaf persons
  • awareness of ethical responsibilities of interpreters within the educational setting
  • valid California Driver's License and ability to provide own transportation
  • ability to meet required background check including finger print clearance and TB testing

DUTIES:

  • Interpret spoken word into a sign language system to facilitate instruction and communication between student(s)
and teacher(s), and between student(s) and peers.
  • Voice deaf student's communication (sign language) into English in accordance with the needs of the assignment.
  • Under certificated teacher's direction, support and follow goals outlined in student's IEP.
  • When not interpreting, tutor and assist deaf students individually or in groups in academic or elective subjects at
the direction of the regular classroom teacher.

SEND RESPONSES TO:
Pat Straub, 1-800-234-7325, pstraub@noca.easterseals.com

(Posted 7/14/09)



                                                               

Sign Language Interpreter needed to perform interpreting and reverse interpreting of classroom lectures, general
classroom instruction, student responses, peer to peer classroom communication, as well as non-classroom and
extracurricular event communications for mainstreamed high school deaf student using "Signing Exact English" (S.E.E.).

Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years experience interpreting in S.E.E. or S.E.E. Certification. Certification must be from the Registry
    of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or the Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI). Non-certified applicants
    must be willing to pursue certification.
  • Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Knowledge of ethical responsibilities of interpreters within the educational setting.
  • Ability to pass criminal background screening.

Salary and Benefits:
Information available upon request.

Contact:
Josh Ballinger - Principal
Callisburg High School
308 Dozier Street
Callisburg, Texas 76240
ph 940.665.0961
fax 940.668.2706
JBallinger@cisdtx.net

(Posted 6/25/09)



                                                                   

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.

(posted 4/9/09)
If you have a position that needs filling,
please email us with the particulars and we
will list all job opportunities for teachers,
interpreters, educational assistants and substitutes.
Signing Exact English
S.E.E. Center
Los Angeles County Office of Education
San Diego County Office of Education
EASTER SEALS NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
HIGH SCHOOL SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
PLANO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Simi Valley Unified School District