San Diego Unified School District
Senior Educational Interpreter
San Diego Unified School District, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Salary:
$39.29 - $48.91 Hourly
Location :
Deaf & Hard Of Hearing - 4435 Ute Dr B-5 San Diego CA 92117-5856, CA
Job Type:
Classified
Job Number:
CL24-086
Department:
Deaf & Hard Of Hearing
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
12/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
This opportunity is open to all interested candidates and this recruitment will establish an Eligibility List for the current 32.5 hours per week, 10-month vacancy as well as any future vacancies. This list will be active for three (3) months with the possibility to be extended.
The
Senior Educational Interpreter
facilitates communication between hearing students and students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others by providing comprehensive manual and/or oral interpreting services in a variety of linguistic environments including high-level academic subjects such as calculus, chemistry and physics, and providing tutoring for students having special needs.
Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.
The
Senior Educational Interpreter
will be paid on the PARA Salary Schedule.
Salary Grade: 55 . The PARA Salary Schedule can be found by
clicking here
Examples of Duties
To view the
Senior Educational Interpreter
job description please
click here
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.)
E = Essential Functions
Interpret and voice-interpret for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others in more than one sign language system, conveying the content and spirit of the speaker. E Provide oral interpreting services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others; consult with classroom teachers to identify students in need of additional support. E Identify and report unusual problems to teachers. E Provide additional support; assist with direct instruction under the supervision of the teacher. E Prepare for specialized instructional vocabulary. E Attend staff meetings and staff development activities as required. E Assist the teacher in establishing an optimum interpreting environment. E Adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct as set forth by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and the interpreter guidelines established by the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. E Assist in the implementation of individual education plans under supervision. May serve as a site liaison interpreter. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to completion of 24 units of college or university coursework related to the assignment, and five years of paid experience working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and use manual communication. Additional training and/or experience of an acceptable level and quality may be substituted for the education requirement.
Possession of one of the following certifications is required: (Please attach to your online application prior to finalizing and submitting your application).
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC)), or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0 LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided). Maintenance of Certification. Supplemental Information
EXAMINATION PROCESS To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents:
Online employment application
Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Attach Proof of Certification
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC)), or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0
Answer all supplemental questions
The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
Attach proof of education
Education will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached
Photocopy of Degree
or Photocopy of
OFFICIAL
transcript
Foreign Equivalency Certification: Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. For more information, including acceptable providers please see
Foreign Transcript Evaluation . Additional documents
A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application. Additional documents, if any, may/should be attached to the online employment application.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have questions about your application, please email
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the and to your safe senders list.
San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information about equity in employment, contact:
Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer
Eric Rico / (619) 725-7225 / erico1@sandi.net
Title IX Coordinator
Anna Ward / (619) 725-7225 / award2@sandi.net
504 Coordinator
Eri Nall / (619) 344-6420 / enall@sandi.net
01
The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Additionally, the information provided in answer to these questions may be considered in determining whether you will move forward in the recruitment process. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your experience or skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills or experience will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment.
Experience listed below must be represented in the work history section of your application.
A resume may be attached,
but not substituted for completing the work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application. Providing incomplete responses or
answering "See Resume" or "See Application" may automatically disqualify your application
from further consideration.I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below.)
02
What is your highest level of education completed? Please note: To Receive Credit for a College Degree, Trade School or Certificate, a photocopy of an
official
Transcript, Diploma, or Certificate must be attached to your application. Degrees or coursework completed in a country other than the United States will need to be accompanied by a foreign transcript evaluation.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent Some College Coursework Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the Above
03
Have you completed 24 units of college-level coursework in sign language, child development, education, or other related subject? Please note: To Receive Credit, a copy of your Official Transcript must be attached to your application or submitted by the close date.
Yes No
04
How many years of experience do you have working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and using American Sign Language?
I do not have any experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least one year, but less than 4 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least four years, but less than 5 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least five years, but less than 6 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have greater than six years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language.
05
Possession of one of the following certifications is required to qualify for this position:(Please attach to your online application prior to finalizing and submitting your application).Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), orNational Interpreter Certification (NIC)), orEducational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0 Please check the certification(s) below that qualifies you for this position.
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certificate of Interpretation (CI) Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certificate of Transliteration (CT) National Interpreter Certification (NIC) Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 to 5.0 I do not have any of these certifications.
06
Do you possess a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation? If so, please complete the driver's license information on your application profile.
Yes No
Required Question
$39.29 - $48.91 Hourly
Location :
Deaf & Hard Of Hearing - 4435 Ute Dr B-5 San Diego CA 92117-5856, CA
Job Type:
Classified
Job Number:
CL24-086
Department:
Deaf & Hard Of Hearing
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
12/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
This opportunity is open to all interested candidates and this recruitment will establish an Eligibility List for the current 32.5 hours per week, 10-month vacancy as well as any future vacancies. This list will be active for three (3) months with the possibility to be extended.
The
Senior Educational Interpreter
facilitates communication between hearing students and students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others by providing comprehensive manual and/or oral interpreting services in a variety of linguistic environments including high-level academic subjects such as calculus, chemistry and physics, and providing tutoring for students having special needs.
Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.
The
Senior Educational Interpreter
will be paid on the PARA Salary Schedule.
Salary Grade: 55 . The PARA Salary Schedule can be found by
clicking here
Examples of Duties
To view the
Senior Educational Interpreter
job description please
click here
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.)
E = Essential Functions
Interpret and voice-interpret for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others in more than one sign language system, conveying the content and spirit of the speaker. E Provide oral interpreting services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, parents, and others; consult with classroom teachers to identify students in need of additional support. E Identify and report unusual problems to teachers. E Provide additional support; assist with direct instruction under the supervision of the teacher. E Prepare for specialized instructional vocabulary. E Attend staff meetings and staff development activities as required. E Assist the teacher in establishing an optimum interpreting environment. E Adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct as set forth by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and the interpreter guidelines established by the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. E Assist in the implementation of individual education plans under supervision. May serve as a site liaison interpreter. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to completion of 24 units of college or university coursework related to the assignment, and five years of paid experience working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and use manual communication. Additional training and/or experience of an acceptable level and quality may be substituted for the education requirement.
Possession of one of the following certifications is required: (Please attach to your online application prior to finalizing and submitting your application).
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC)), or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0 LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided). Maintenance of Certification. Supplemental Information
EXAMINATION PROCESS To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents:
Online employment application
Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Attach Proof of Certification
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC)), or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0
Answer all supplemental questions
The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
Attach proof of education
Education will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached
Photocopy of Degree
or Photocopy of
OFFICIAL
transcript
Foreign Equivalency Certification: Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. For more information, including acceptable providers please see
Foreign Transcript Evaluation . Additional documents
A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application. Additional documents, if any, may/should be attached to the online employment application.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have questions about your application, please email
The San Diego Unified School District communicates information regarding the hiring process via email. Please be aware that the District is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the and to your safe senders list.
San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information about equity in employment, contact:
Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer
Eric Rico / (619) 725-7225 / erico1@sandi.net
Title IX Coordinator
Anna Ward / (619) 725-7225 / award2@sandi.net
504 Coordinator
Eri Nall / (619) 344-6420 / enall@sandi.net
01
The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Additionally, the information provided in answer to these questions may be considered in determining whether you will move forward in the recruitment process. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your experience or skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills or experience will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment.
Experience listed below must be represented in the work history section of your application.
A resume may be attached,
but not substituted for completing the work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application. Providing incomplete responses or
answering "See Resume" or "See Application" may automatically disqualify your application
from further consideration.I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below.)
02
What is your highest level of education completed? Please note: To Receive Credit for a College Degree, Trade School or Certificate, a photocopy of an
official
Transcript, Diploma, or Certificate must be attached to your application. Degrees or coursework completed in a country other than the United States will need to be accompanied by a foreign transcript evaluation.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent Some College Coursework Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the Above
03
Have you completed 24 units of college-level coursework in sign language, child development, education, or other related subject? Please note: To Receive Credit, a copy of your Official Transcript must be attached to your application or submitted by the close date.
Yes No
04
How many years of experience do you have working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and using American Sign Language?
I do not have any experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least one year, but less than 4 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least four years, but less than 5 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have at least five years, but less than 6 years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language. I have greater than six years of experience working with deaf or hard of hearing individuals and using American Sign Language.
05
Possession of one of the following certifications is required to qualify for this position:(Please attach to your online application prior to finalizing and submitting your application).Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and Certificate of Transliteration (CT), orNational Interpreter Certification (NIC)), orEducational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 ; or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 -5.0 Please check the certification(s) below that qualifies you for this position.
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certificate of Interpretation (CI) Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certificate of Transliteration (CT) National Interpreter Certification (NIC) Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 5.0 National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level 4.0 to 5.0 I do not have any of these certifications.
06
Do you possess a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation? If so, please complete the driver's license information on your application profile.
Yes No
Required Question