Educational Interpreter, USDB

Full Job Description

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an employment opportunity with our agency. We are looking for a meticulous and responsible Educational Interpreter working in the Vernal area.

Roles & Responsibilities
As an Educational Interpreter you will:

• Interprets instructor's lectures, comments, and questions for deaf/hard-of-hearing students in a mainstream classroom setting.
• Interprets students' questions and statements.
• Interprets for school functions as assigned.
• Adapts signing level and system to the communication needs of the students.
• Tutors as appropriate under the supervision of the classroom instructor.
• Follows the code of ethics for certified interpreters.
• Participates cooperatively as a member of the educational team.
• Assists in coordinating note taking for students as needed.
• Communicates regularly with instructors, Directors or Lead Interpreter about student progress and concerns.
• Follows schedule as determined by program Director or Associate Superintendent.

Minimum Requirements
The Ideal Candidate will possess:

• EIPA 4.0 or higher, Utah Professional Certificate or National Certification recognized by the Utah Interpreter Program. May give consideration to candidates with EIPA rating 3.5-3.9 or State Novice Certification.
• Knowledge of the role and function of the Educational Interpreter
• Techniques and methods of teaching deaf and hearing impaired students
• Culture in the deaf community, especially as it relates to education
• Communicate fluently in American Sign Language and other sign systems
• Code of Ethics for interpreters
• Scientific and technical terminology used in various educational subjects
• Ability to demonstrate broad and fluent use of vocabulary, with a variety of strategies for communicating new vocabulary
• Use of appropriate signs and sign correctly in a variety of situations
• Demonstrate proper use of grammar
• Sign complex constructions
• Comprehend signed messages accurately

Why Should You Join Our Team
Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind employees make a positive difference to the lives of USDB students and for their families and enjoy seeing the difference they make every day.

The State offers a desirable benefits package and retirement plan as well as many other benefits.

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

  • 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.

  • 5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.

  • 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

• Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

  • Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.

  • Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.

    • Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))

    • Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.

  • Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

• Paid Time Off:

  • Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).

  • Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.

  • We have 12 paid holidays.

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The Agency
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Additional Information

• Certification as an interpreter in the State of Utah or other interpreter certification recognized by the State of Utah.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check contingent upon employment
• This is a full-time position, work schedule Monday - Friday, six-and-one-half (6-1/2) hours per day, 181 days per school year.