FY27: Educational Interpreter/Transliterator, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, 6.5 hours/10 months, Ad closes 6/24/26

Summary Description:
Under general supervision, the role of the educational interpreter/transliterator is to provide equal access of communication for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HOH) in the public schools at the preschool, elementary, and secondary levels. Interpreters/transliterators require a high degree of skill to provide a critical communication link and to provide to D/HOH students equal access to the classroom environment and experience and provide voicing for D/HOH students who do not use speech for expressive communication. The work performed by this position impacts D/HOH students, general education teachers and students, parents, deaf staff, and the community at large. Physical Demands: A high level of concentration and repetitive motions for extended periods is required. May be required to provide services in extended standing or sitting positions. Special Requirements: Use of own transportation required to travel to multiple locations as necessary (with mileage reimbursement in accordance with MCPS practices/processes). May have opportunities to provide services outside of the school day with overtime if eligible.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to provide deaf or hard of hearing (D/HOH) students access by accurately interpreting/transliterating curriculum and media content at the student�s level of understanding and conveying language and context of hearing staff and peers in academic and social situations. Thorough knowledge of various interpreting/transliterating modalities, strategies and tools to successfully evaluate and gauge student�s understanding and needs, and adjust methods or adapt the language to be accessible. Proficiency in expressive and receptive interpreting/transliterating including providing voicing for the client. Ability to differentiate services to multiple D/HOH students in a general education classroom or community setting; ability to adjust the language register to provide effective interpretation/transliteration to D/HOH students who have developed little to no formal language or whose home language is not English. Ability to work collaboratively with staff to effectively provide services in a variety of instructional models which may involve interpreting/transliterating for D/HOH adults as well as students. Experience with all age d consumer groups and knowledge of the deaf community and culture. Strong interpersonal communication skills and effective human relations skills. Considerable knowledge and understanding of the role of an educational interpreter/transliterator; ability to maintain students� confidentiality and provide professional interpreting/transliterating services in accordance with the Registry of Interpreters for Deaf Code of Professional Conduct; the National Association of Interpreters in Education Professional Guidelines; Cued Speech Transliterator Code of Conduct. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience:
High School or GED diploma required; two years of Interpreting experience required. Three years of experience in K-12 interpreting is preferred. College coursework applicable to the position is highly desirable, including evidence of participation in a recognized interpreter training program. Other combinations of applicable education, training, which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in a K-12 public school setting will be considered including experience working with D/HOH persons, practical experience in an interpreting/transliterating role and experience in child development settings. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.Certificate License:Grade 17: noncertifiedGrade 18: certified: for sign language interpreters, certification via Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment;for cued speech transliterators, certification obtained through the Testing, Evaluation, and Certification Unit (TECUnit).