Educational Interpreter

$230-$300 daily rate; rates are negotiable and subject to change
This job is fully remote, 1099 contract
Contract Work Year: 190 Days, 8 Hours Per Day, starting in July
Education: Must hold a Bachelors Degree
Certification: Hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as mandated by Rule 505-2-43 (O.C.G.A. 20-2-215). Will consider other state licensure or an individual moving towards licensure.

Essential Knowledge/Skills: 

• Proficiency in sign language and the ability to interpret both ways (spoken language into sign language and vice versa) accurately. 

• Strong listening and communication skills to effectively translate and convey information.
• Understanding of subject matter to accurately interpret in various classroom settings, especially higher-level classes. 
• Knowledge of child development and the ability to assist in core subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics. Interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and patience, crucial for working with children, especially those with hearing impairments.

The Hearing Impaired Educational Interpreter is a support staff position working under the supervision of the classroom general and/or special education teacher. The Educational Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing has some decision-making authority, as limited and regulated by board policy and state law. He/she will also maintain confidentiality of all student data.

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Performed under the general supervision of the classroom and/or special education teacher and may include but not be limited to the following:

Instructional

• Plan and conduct small group or individual classroom activities to include one on one instruction, small group instruction of assigned interventions/lessons or activities.

• Assist with supervision of students.

• Implement student Individualized Education and Behavior Intervention Plans.

• Assist with student assessment and collect data on student progress.

• May involve community-based instruction/community-based vocational instruction based on IEP goals/objectives.

• Other duties as assigned by the teacher and principal.

Management

• Collect data related to IEP goals.

• Prepare materials for instruction.

• Other duties as assigned by the teacher and principal.

Requirements

• Education: Must hold a Bachelors Degree, EIPA score preferred.
• Certification: Hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as mandated by Rule 505-2-43 (O.C.G.A. 20-2-215). Will consider other state licensure or an individual moving towards licensure.
• Laptop or desktop computer, webcam, headset, and reliable internet access
• Participate in a virtual skills demonstration + submit a background check as part of the application process
• Prior online interpreting experience is a plus!

Benefits

This is a contract position and does not include benefits.

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