Sign Language Interpreter I at Special Education

Requirements / Qualifications BASIC FUNCTIONS: Provide sign language interpretation between teachers and deaf and hard of hearing students in a classroom or related environment; assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to deaf and hard of hearing students. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE OF: Sign language interpretation skills according to prescribed District methods. Educational implications of hearing impairment. Concerns and problems of deaf and hard of hearing students. Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Child guidance principles and practices. Safe practices in classroom and playground activities. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Assist deaf and hard of hearing students in a flexible and understanding manner. Provide instruction and interpret for deaf and hard of hearing students using sign language. Modify and prepare instructional materials for the deaf and hard of hearing as directed by the administrator. Establish and maintain effective relationships with adults and children. Perform routine clerical duties such as filing, duplicating and maintaining records. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Provide instructional assistance to students in a variety of activities. Speak, read and write clearly and distinctly. Work cooperatively with others. Operate instructional and duplicating equipment. Learn the functions, procedures and limitations of assigned duties DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERSTICS: Sign Language Interpreter I positions are typically assigned to elementary schools. Sign Language Interpreter II positions are typically assigned to high schools when the level of interpretation is more complex due to the needs of the student and the complexity of the academic program. Middle School assignments may vary based upon the needs of the student and the complexity of the academic program. EXPERIENCE: Increasingly responsible experience working with deaf and hard of hearing childrenin an organized setting. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ATTACHED TO APPLICATION: • High School Diploma OR Equivalent AND Proficiency Exam Certificate (Basic Skills Assessment Test) OR • Associate's Degree OR Bachelor's Degree OR Higher Education Degree The Proficiency Exam (Basic Skills Assessment Test) is administered by Lodi Unified School District. Interested candidates need to RSVP by calling (209) 331-7607. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES: The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination. Cost of the exam will be borne by the District. If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview. Comments and Other Information EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT We do not discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their actual or perceived sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Physically or mentally disabled employees or applicants may request reasonable accommodation. Lodi Unified School District Maintains a Tobacco Free Workplace. Interested candidates may submit their completed application package (including all required documents) electronically through EdJoin. (click below) *** Candidates selected for interview will be notified by phone. Applicants not chosen for an interview will be notified by email. ***