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JOB DESCRIPTION
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Title: Educational Interpreter
Reports to: HI/D Team Leader
Employment Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
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QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Proficiency/working knowledge of various modalities used (CASE, ASL, PSE, SEE, Auditory-Verbal, Oral Interpreting).
a. Associate or Bachelor Degree from Interpreter Training Program, OR
b. Ohio Department of Education licensure granted under ODE’s Grandparenting Provision, OR
c. Ohio Department of Education Temporary Interpreter License and enrollment in an Interpreter Training Program
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Facilitates information/communication (auditory, written, demonstrated, or signed) between students who are hearing impaired and their teachers, students, and other individuals using the appropriate mode of communication.
2. Is actively engaged in the lessons and helps to reinforce objectives in all school environments.
3. Encourages students to speak for themselves, when appropriate, voices when students’ speech is unintelligible and encourages direct interaction between assigned students and their educators and peers.
4. Encourages independent socialization of all students.
5. Interprets classroom announcements, programs and functions during the school day to students, families, the public, and educators in a professional manner.
6. When not interpreting, Educational Interpreters in the HI classroom will provide tutorial support, review information, material and content introduced in the regular and/or HI/D classroom, gather materials and prepare lesson materials as specified by the instructor.
7. When interpreting in a district setting or HI classroom, the interpreter will utilize their plan time for research and review of regular education curriculum and school related activities.
8. Meet with team members as scheduled, to discuss academic and communication needs of students and team members.
9. Assists HI/D classroom teachers, as needed, with classroom duties, including supervision of student during arrival, dismissal, movement throughout the building, and during student’s lunch and helps with routine maintenance of the classroom and FM equipment..
10. Works in a timely manner to meet the responsibilities of the job and job related activities, and accomplishes assigned asks in the given time frame.
11. Arrives to work assignment location on time.
12. Completes Student Competency Checklist with student’s assigned HI/D teacher, quarterly .
Region 14 – Hopewell Center
13. Demonstrates initiative, a high degree of professional commitment, and works independently in meeting the responsibilities of the job and job related activities.
14. Responds constructively to supervision by assuming responsibilities for improvement.
15. Participates in all Team and Center meetings and activities as required by the position to accomplish Team and Center goals.
16. Maintains communication with other Center personnel, including other Team members, district personnel, families and students.
17. Works cooperatively with Center staff to complete mutually assigned tasks, as determined by the Team, Team Leader and/or Director.
18. Manages time to accomplish duties and implements strategies to deal with competing work priorities.
19. Maintains records, collects outcome and consumer satisfaction data and submits reports that meet the requirements of the job.
20. Provides information required by position (e.g.: computerized caseload lists, EMIS, Medicaid, grant applications, project applications, Medianet data entry, mailing lists, professional development, Project Activities Reports, etc.).
21. Keeps abreast of techniques and innovations in the assigned position via attendance at pertinent training, professional reading and other professional development activities, and develops an Individual Professional Development Plan if required by position.
22. Assists in identifying and prioritizing annual budget needs.
23. Operates within the assigned budget and utilizes Center requisition procedures to obtain needed supplies and materials.
24. Develops and follows an accurate schedule of services to schools, students and families and demonstrates regular work attendance to fulfill job responsibilities.
25. Follows Center procedures for posting accurate weekly schedules, for signing in/out of work sites, wearing identification badges, requesting/reporting leaves and completing mileage reimbursement requests, work calendars/time sheets when appropriate.
26. Completes reports and other documents, as needed, which clearly and concisely communicate information, using correct writing conventions.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Follows assigned district’s policies and procedures, including dress code.
2. Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.
3. Interprets Center programs and services to school personnel, families and the public in an accurate and helpful manner.
4. Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude with coworkers, families, students, district personnel and maintains appropriate, courteous language in all work settings.
5. Presents a personal appearance that is appropriate for professional responsibilities and is within the role expectations of client groups.
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6. Maintains a neat working area and assists others in appropriate housekeeping efforts throughout the Center.
7. Follows Center regulations to resolve conflicts with other staff.
8. Problem solves and/or notifies appropriate Center personnel regarding equipment and supply needs.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Regional Advisory Council and Southern Ohio Educational Service Center Policies and Regulations, State Department of Education Office for Exceptional Children Model Policies and Procedures; names of school personnel, assigned district policies and regulations.
Ability to: interpret policies and regulations; follow instructions; maintain files and records; collect data; provide effective leadership in training new staff; accept and request assistance when situations warrant; share information of ongoing Center activities with other Center staff; facilitate effective problem-solving; conduct and participate in the IEP process.
Skills in: various communication modes (ASL, SEE, PSE, CASE, Oral interpreting, Auditory-Verbal).
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: FM auditory equipment, hearing aids, computer, SMART Board and other assistive
technology as needed.
OTHER WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Works in or around crowds.
2. Has contact with district personnel, parents and children (age 3-22), and deaf community.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a full-time contract at the salary level established by the Regional Advisory Council.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:
The Educational Interpreter shall be evaluated in accordance with Regional Advisory Council Policy.
This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the Regional Advisory Council.
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Director Date
My signature below signifies that I have reviewed the contents of my job description and I am aware of the requirements of my position.
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Employee Date
8-15-07
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