Educational Sign Language Interpreter

School Location: Clare-Gladwin Area School

Work Schedule: Five (5) days per week as per the School schedule and calendar.

Salary Range: According to the Terms of the Master Agreement for MEA

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Reports To: Clare-Gladwin RESD Assistant Superintendent of Special Education

An educational interpreter working in a classroom shall possess the following:

• A valid EIPA Performance score of 4.0 or higher, AND obtain EIPA Elementary Endorsement (Note: If the EIPA 4.0 score is obtained after August 31, 2016, the interpreter must also pass the EIPA written test); or
• Valid Deaf Interpreter credential and Certification recognized by the Division (CDI/DI); or
• Valid Division-recognized Certification.

1. Modify spoken language for understanding by repeating, breaking down, and embellishing through the use of ASL.

2. Foster communication between/among partners and educators by modeling initiating engagement and eliciting responses through use of ASL.

3. Act as an advocate for the Hi student by teaching him/her to develop and/or implement communication and coping strategies.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.