Sign language interpreter jobs in Alaska

**The Work** The Legal Translator will play a critical role in providing high-quality translation services in the legal field. This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse **Responsibilities** **Key Responsibilities** + Provide written translation services for legal documents including letters, reports, website content, posters, brochures, general information documents, correspondence, etc. + Preserve the original content, meaning and tone of the document. + Translators must accurately depict cultural sensitivity and clarity. + Edit and proofread translated documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to legal terminology. + Must be able to conduct a Quality edit proof process when assigned for review. + Translators are required to follow style guides, glossaries, and our clients' preferences. + Ensure confidentiality and security of all translated materials. + Stay up to date with legal terminology and industry's best practices. + Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Qualifications - Here's What You Need** + High School Diploma or 4 years of experience. + Fluency in one of the following languages: + Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Somali. + Must have one of the following certifications: + Legal Translation online certifications. + CTP (Certified Translation Professional). + ATA (American Translators Association). + AOC (Administrative Office of the Court). + Membership to NAJIT ( National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators). + Experience working in: + State Department. + Refugees. + Court/ Legal setting. + Familiarity with Legal Terminology. + Experience with Publications. + Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment. **Minimum Skills Required:** + Must possess problem-solving skills. + Exceptional written communication skills. + Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency. + Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time. + Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature. + Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in a foreign language, linguistics or a related field. **Reports to: Program Manager** **Working Conditions** + This position is on-call on a as needed basis. Interpreters will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs. + This position requires Legal Translation within the Washington State. + Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time. + May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays. + May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours. **Other Duties:** _Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice._ **_Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law._** **Pay Range** USD $45.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr. Submit a Referral (************************************************************************************************************************************** **Can't find the right opportunity?** Join our Talent Community (********************************************************** or Language Services Talent Community (******************************************************** and be among the first to discover exciting new possibilities! **Location** _US-_ **ID** _103343_ **Category** _Language Services_ **Position Type** _Full-Time Hourly Non Exempt_ **Remote** _Yes_ **Clearance Required** _None_

Support Staff/Deaf Education Interpreter Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open Until Filled Location: District Wide (Student Services) Full Time Position (1.0 FTE) Position Summary: Provides interpreting and other support services to hearing-impaired students. Facilitates communication among hearing-impaired students and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher, and other personnel in the school system. Provides interpreting and note taking. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Alaska Driver's License. Certification by Registration of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID). A score of 4.0 or better on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment , a passing score on the Educational Interpreters Knowledge Assessment, or must have completed or be enrolled in an approved program for the deaf and hard of hearing. One year interpreting experience. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of deaf education. American Sign Language, Pidgin Sign English, Signing Exact English, Deaf Culture. Assistive devices for the hearing impaired such as TTY. Principles of K-12 education. Ability to: Instruct the hearing impaired in sign language. Train the hearing impaired in the use of assistive devices. Provide tutoring in content areas. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Completion of interpreter preparation program Compensation: This is a full time 9-month position, working 37.5 hours per week, with a starting salary of $26.25 per hour. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. Selected hire will be fingerprinted at applicant's expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check. .

Substitute/Temporary OR Less than 15hrs/wk/Tutors (less than15 hours a week) Date Available: As Needed Closing Date: Open Until Filled Note: Unless otherwise stated, all vacancies with a specific closing date close at 9:00 PM Alaska time.

Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter II Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE D, step A - P ($38,059 - $54,898 ), DOE Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: * Associate's degree. * Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. * Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. * Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. * Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. The following are preferred: * An associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. * Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. * Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. * Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. * Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. * Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. * Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. * Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. * Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. * Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. * Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. * Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. * Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. * Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. * Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. * Works as an effective educational team member. * Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol/policy and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter II Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE D, step A - P ($ 38,060 - $ 54,898.), DOE Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: Associate's degree. Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. The following are preferred: An associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. Interprets and transliterates between Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. Works as an effective educational team member. Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol/policy and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In an effort to expand access to the Deaf community, UAF Deaf Services, managed by Disability Services, is seeking ASL interpreters to provide on-site interpreting for UAF-affiliated individuals and guests participating in a variety of activities. Interpreters will be assigned as needed per request, with no minimum number of hours per pay period. Interpreters will have the opportunity to accept available assignments. Assignments regularly include academic lectures, professional meetings, performances and events, student appointments, and other activities associated with regular university business. Assignments may occur during regular business hours (M-F 8 am-5 pm), evenings, and weekends. Interpreters will be supported by teams and administrators as appropriate. Flexibility, ability to work with diverse populations, sensitive to the needs of others, ability to respond to changes in the interpreting environment. Employees should be able to communicate effectively as an advocate for clients and be empowered to speak with administrators regarding barriers experienced by any interpretation service participants. Employees will participate in training sessions required by administrators, such as FERPA, Protection of Minors, Title IX, and various safety trainings. Minimum Qualifications: ABILITY TO: Accurately interpret spoken language to American Sign Language and interpret sign to spoken for lecture classes, physical education classes, labs, meetings, and various assignments as scheduled; follow and give verbal and written directions; attention to detail; basic understanding of ADA and Deaf culture. No or very limited physical effort required. No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Work is normally performed in a typical interior classroom/conference room/office environment. Must provide their own transportation and parking to each designated assignment location. Prior experience as a professional ASL interpreter required. Align with Deaf community standards and expectations. Preferred Experience: Certified as an ASL interpreter for K-12 or any RID/BEI certification level Preferred Education: completion of degree in an accredited Interpreter Training Program. Position Details: Starting rate - $60.00/hr This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. ️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bridget Thimsen at ********************. * To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible. The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at ************. The University of Alaska (*************** is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (********************************* against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business. * Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. Access to the reports is available at: UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: ******************************************* Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or ********************* / ************ or uaa_*************************. UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: ***************************************** Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or *******************. UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: ********************************************************************** Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or emailing ********************.

Other/Educational Interpreter II District: Anchorage School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE D, step A - P ($38,059 - $54,898 ), DOE Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: * Associate's degree. * Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. * Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. * Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. * Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. The following are preferred: * An associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. * Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. * Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. * Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. * Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. * Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. * Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. * Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. * Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. * Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. * Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. * Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. * Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. * Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. * Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. * Works as an effective educational team member. * Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol/policy and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter I Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE C A-M $34,167 - $45,786 Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: * A high school diploma or equivalent. * Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. * Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. * Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. * Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. The following are preferred: * An associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. * Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. * Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. * Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. * Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. * Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. * Interprets and transliterates between deaf staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. * Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. * Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. * Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. * Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. * Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. * Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. * Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. * Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. * Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. * Works as an effective educational team member. * Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter II Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE D, step A - P ($38,059 - $54,898 ), DOE Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: Associate's degree. Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. The following are preferred: An associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. Interprets and transliterates between Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. Works as an effective educational team member. Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol/policy and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Student Support Services/K-12 Special Education Teacher Date Available: 2022-23 School Year District: Lower Kuskokwim School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Master's degree in audiology preferred Valid Type C certificate A Certificate of Clinical Compentence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Experience working with special education students Ability to live and work in a remote environment Ability to travel by small plane, boat, snowmobile and other means DUTIES Participates with pre-referral teams and multidisciplinary teams for student screening, diagnosis, eligibility, and intervention Ability to provide aural (re)habilitation support services, make goal recommendations, and maintain documentation of progress notes and therapy strategies on students served Competent in identification and threshold audiometric evaluation using developmentally and logistically appropriate diagnostic procedures Ability to evaluate the need for, selection of, and fitting of assistive listening devices Follows current department/district eligibility criteria for audiology services Ability to read, analyze and interpret district and state regulations Ability to write educationally appropriate assessments reports, IEPs, and progress notes in standard English Maintains required records based on department, district, and state standards Documents services and completes required paperwork Effectively presents information and responds to questions clearly and concisely from parents, supervisors, and team members regarding issues related to audiology and hearing disabilities Functions as a team member and collaborates with regular education and special education staff in supporting instruction in a variety of school settings Establishes and maintains high standards of professionalism and diplomacy when working with students, peers, parents, private providers, related medical agencies, and community agencies Serves as a resource to school staff, parents and community Attends and participates in staff meetings and department committees Develops and maintains professional competency through in-services, coursework, and/or professional growth activities to apply best practice knowledge to audiology

Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter I Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE C A-M $34,167 - $45,786 Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: A high school diploma or equivalent. Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. The following are preferred: An associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. Interprets and transliterates between deaf staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. Works as an effective educational team member. Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Substitute/Tutors (less than15 hours a week) Date Available: As Needed District: Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Additional Information: Show/Hide This is an ongoing recruitment. After an application is submitted, the hiring manager will contact applicants for interviews on an as-needed basis. Job Summary: Provide vocabulary and concept interpretation as related to content curriculum using the student's first language. Services are provided within the classroom. Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour Work Week: Less than 15 hours a week Benefits: There are no benefits associated with these positions The ELL Program typically needs interpreters for Tagalog, Spanish, Mandarin, Samoan, Ukrainian, and Russian. Other languages are needed on occasion. If you speak a language other than the ones listed, you are encouraged to submit an application. Please complete the attached Language Self-Assesment. You may mail the completed form to ELL Program, 520 Fifth Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, fax it to (907) 452-3172, or email it to shaheena.shahid@k12northstar.org, If you need additional information please contact the ELL Program Coordinator, Shaheena Shahid, at 452-2000 ext. 11467. * Applicants must attend orientation and be approved by human resources prior to working. Informational Slideshow

Other/Educational Interpreter II District: Anchorage School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE D, step A - P ($ 38,060 - $ 54,898.), DOE Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: * Associate's degree. * Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. * Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. * Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. * Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. The following are preferred: * An associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. * Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. * Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. * Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. * Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. * Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. * Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. * Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. * Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. * Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. * Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. * Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. * Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. * Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. * Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. * Works as an effective educational team member. * Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol/policy and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Support Staff/Deaf Education Interpreter Date Available: ASAP District: Juneau School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Full Time Position (1.0 FTE) Provides interpreting and other support services to hearing-impaired students. Facilitates communication among hearing-impaired students and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher, and other personnel in the school system. Provides interpreting and note taking. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * High school diploma or equivalent. * Valid Alaska Driver's License. * Certification by Registration of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID). * A score of 4.0 or better on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment , a passing score on the Educational Interpreters Knowledge Assessment, or must have completed or be enrolled in an approved program for the deaf and hard of hearing. * One year interpreting experience. Knowledge of: * Principles and practices of deaf education. * American Sign Language, Pidgin Sign English, Signing Exact English, Deaf Culture. * Assistive devices for the hearing impaired such as TTY. * Principles of K-12 education. Ability to: * Instruct the hearing impaired in sign language. * Train the hearing impaired in the use of assistive devices. * Provide tutoring in content areas. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: * Completion of interpreter preparation program Compensation: This is a full time 9-month position, working 37.5 hours per week, with a starting salary of $26.25 per hour. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. Selected hire will be fingerprinted at applicant's expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check. .

Other/Educational Interpreter I District: Anchorage School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining Unit: ACE Work Year: 182 days per year Work Day: 8 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: ACE C A-M $34,167 - $45,786 Job Summary The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Job Requirements The following are required: * A high school diploma or equivalent. * Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire. * Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions. * Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English. * Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public. The following are preferred: * An associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University. * Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent. * Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities. * Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work. * Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5. * Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT). Essential Job Functions * Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities. * Interprets and transliterates between deaf staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students. * Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students. * Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting. * Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials. * Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters. * Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. * Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually. * Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD. * Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter. * Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings. * Works as an effective educational team member. * Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook. Physical/Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities. Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.