EDC - Interpreter I, II for Student Activities and Events

TITLE OF CONTRACT: Interpreter I, II for Student Activities & Events

POSITION TYPE: Professional 

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)

LOCATION: Romney, West Virginia

Responsible for American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting and/or reverse interpreting services for Deaf and hearing students during afterschool activities and events. The interpreter will facilitate communication through use of sign language, spoken English, cultural mediation, and knowledge about visual accessibility. Knows and actively practices the Interpreter Code of Ethics. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will adhere to WVBE Policy 5902 - "Employee Code of Conduct" and the applicable WVSDB personnel policies for employee performance.

• Performs advanced levels of interpreting.
• Holds interpreter certification and stays well-informed of current standards of practice related to sign language interpreters.
• Maintains positive and professional relationships with all WVSDB stakeholders.
• Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations, applicable WVBE/WVSDB policies and procedures in carrying out duties of this contract.

Interpreting responsibilities may include but are not limited to: 

• Make available sign to voice and voice to sign interpreting for WVSDB students participating in extracurricular activities and events, as scheduled.
• Interprets for coaches, staff, and families during activities/events if services are requested.
• Responsible for other interpreter duties for students outside of the regular school day, as assigned. 

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently employed as an interpreter with the WVSDB.
• Must be able to meet physical demands of signing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computer and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds. He/she shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety, or judgement will not be tolerated.

EXPECTATIONS:

1. The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
2. The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.
3. The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.
4. The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines.
5. The staff member demonstrates excellent communication skills and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.
6. Be available to interpret/reverse interpret before or after regularly assigned work hours.
7. The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added as priorities emerge.

SALARY:

Hourly rate based on WVSDB Professional Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level. Interpreter supplement applicable. For time scheduled as interpreter outside of regularly scheduled work hours. 

EVALUATION: 

Performance evaluation in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310.

APPLY TO: Frontline Education WV K-12 Jobs - WVSDB