Intermediate District 287 is looking for qualified candidates for an Interpreter position for our Itinerant Programs!
Our Interpreters are responsible for facilitating communication between deaf/hard of hearing students and others by interpreting in educational settings. This position will participate as a member of the educational team serving these students.
Position Details:
- FTE: 0.875; 30 hours per week
- Salary Range: $27.33 - $32.69 per hour DOE and E
- Certified ASL Interpreters may be eligible for $3,000 signing bonus
- Generous Benefits: Medical (including infertility benefits), dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid leave, pension, optional 403b, and an incredible employee assistance program (includes 6 free counseling sessions)
Requirements:
- Must have completed a training program affiliated with a state accredited educational institution AND hold one of either 1, 2, or 3.
- Pathway 1
- An interpreter and/or transliterator certificate awarded by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID); OR
- A general level proficiency certificate at level 3 awarded by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD); OR
- Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) at the 4.0 level.
- Pathway 2
- Graduate from an accredited Interpreter Training Program AND
- Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a score of 3.5-3.9
- Current 2 year provisional certificate or interpreter extension AND
- Willingness to participate in weekly mentoring
- Pathway 3
- Graduate from an accredited Interpreter Training Program AND
- Current 2 year provisional certificate AND
- Willingness to participate in weekly mentoring
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Commitment to Equity: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Website: https://www.district287.org/workingat287
Email: hr@district287.org
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