Summary
Spectrum is hiring a full-time ASL interpreter for the 2024-2025 school year to work with one student (currently). This position (1) facilitates communication between hearing and deaf or hard of hearing individuals in classrooms and meetings using American Sign Language or other manual sign system, (2) serves as a liaison between deaf or hard of hearing students, hearing students, families, and instructors, and (3) performs related work as required.
Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Provides sign-language interpreter services.
•Interprets lectures, discussions, announcements, conversations, meetings, events, and other spoken word situations using American Sign Language or other manual sign system appropriate for the language and the cultural background of deaf or hard of hearing students and staff.
•Collaborates with staff to gain understanding of relevant concepts to better facilitate translation for deaf or hard of hearing students.
•Works effectively in teams.
•Assists with interpretation services at school events, as needed.
• Assists in the collection and preparation of documents for students with disabilities.
