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Tusd1

Educational Interpreter (Effective 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1, Houston, Texas, United States,


Applications will be acceptedWednesday, September 18, 2024 12:00 AM

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Monday, October 14, 2024 11:59 PM(Pacific Standard Time)Educational Interpreter (Effective 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARYFacilitates communication between deaf and hearing impaired students and their hearing peers, teachers, and others through interpreting and transliterating - voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Proficiency of Interpreting skills through one of the following:Minimum score of 3.5 on Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)

OROne or more of the following Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certifications:National Interpreter Certification (NIC) Certified, Advanced, or MasterCertification of TransliterationCertificate of InterpretationORValid Certificate from the National Associate of the Deaf (NAD) at level 3, 4, or 5.Verbal, signed, and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, Signed English, fingerspelling, and/or other modes of communication with Hearing Impaired (HI) students and adults.Basic knowledge of child development and language development.Familiarity with the deaf culture and cultural diversity.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAssociate’s Degree or higher.General Interpreter License issued by the Arizona Commission of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ACDHH).Previous experience working with youth or adults in educational interpreting and/or tutoring.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIREProof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.Must hold a current Driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance coverage greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of auto insurance policy. Coverage must be valid throughout the term of employment. Must submit evidence of insurance of $30,000 bodily injury liability & $10,000 property damage liability.COMMENTSEffective: 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEARLocation: Exceptional Education Department - District Wide - Sites varyClassification: Supervisory/Professional – Grade: 12Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.Primary Location: Exceptional EducationSalary Range: $22.65 - $26.30 / Per HourShift Type: Full-TimeJob Contact Information

Name: Leah ForgerTitle: Lead Education Interpreter for Exceptional Education1010 E. Tenth StreetTucson, AZ 85719Phone - 520.225.6035Fax - 520.798.8683

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