• Interpreter for the Deaf

    Broome-Tioga BOCES (Binghamton, NY)


    10 Month position - 6 hours per day/30 hours per week

    POSITION DESCRIPTION:

    Seeking an Interpreter for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing to facilitate communication between a student who is deaf/hard of hearing and other students and staff. Key responsibilities include:

     

    + Use of sign language to convey teacher instruction

    + Assisting student in academic and non-academic settings for the purpose of supporting effective communication

    + On-going collaboration with the student's team to ensure they understand the needs of the student and how to implement accommodations

    + Supporting student to achieve high expectations

    + Accurately completing all paperwork related to position as required by school policies and procedures

    Job Qualifications

    REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma

    + Fluent in American Sign Language

    + Experience with children is preferred

    + Understanding of the deaf culture is desirable

    + A commitment to meeting the needs of every student

    + A strong belief that all students can succeed

     

    Civil Service Title: Teacher

     

    Job Number: 24-223