About this role
This is a full-time, temporary position. This position will end on June 30, 2027, or sooner should the student no longer attend a QACPS school. Job Summary Under direction of special education teacher and teacher for the hearing impaired, interprets/transliterates spoken language using American Sign Language (ASL) or other manual sign system, and vice versa, to facilitate communication between hearing and deaf/hard of hearing individuals. Qualification/Experience
• Possession of a Certificate of Interpretation and a Certificate of Transliteration issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf preferred
• OR
• Current enrollment in or the successful completion of a recognized sign language interpreter training program.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of educational interpreting, hearing loss, and deaf culture.
• Knowledge of American Sign Language. Knowledge of English.
• Skilled in interpreting in American Sign Language and manually coded English, including excellent receptive and expressive interpreting skills.
• Positive human relations skills. Effective time management skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with students and staff in an educational setting.
• Demonstration of strong human relations, communication, and organization skills
• Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills
Performance Responsibilities
• Interpret oral communication into sign language and signed communication into spoken English using ASL or other manual sign system.
• Provides sign and voice interpreting using American Sign Language, conceptually accurate signed English, or a combination of the two for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Clarifies information for students by restating or paraphrasing the information.
• Explains the role and responsibilities of a sign language interpreter to students and staff.
• Assists students and staff in effectively accessing interpreting services.
• Convey the content of the message clearly and accurately according to the receptive language level of the student.
• Assist in communication throughout the school day in a variety of settings (recess, lunch, peer interactions, emergency drills) as stated in the IEP.
• Work collaboratively with the student's educational team.
• Assists school personnel in the implementation of classroom accommodations and modifications.
• Works with the school team to expand the sign communication skills of students with hearing loss.
• Prepare for interpreting assignments including the vocabulary and content knowledge of the subject matter.
• Tutor students and make adaptations only under the supervision of the deaf and hard of hearing teacher and certified educators.
• Adhere to the rules of confidentiality required of all school personnel.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, including progress reports as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
PAY AND HOURS: Placement on the Queen Anne's County Support Unit I Salary Schedule is commensurate with experience and preparation. This is a 10 month position with a minimum of 35 hours per week. APPLICATION PROCESS:
Internal Applicants: Interested, qualified applicants must complete and submit an internal application at https://qacps.schoolspring.com/. Please upload a current letter of interest, an updated resume, three (3) current letters of recommendation, and any supporting documents as part of your application. External Applicants: Interested, qualified applicants must complete and submit an external application at https://qacps.schoolspring.com/. Please upload a current letter of interest, an updated resume, three (3) current letters of recommendation, and any supporting documents as part of your application.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, QACPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and service, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. QACPS operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
• Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Matt Evans, Director of Student Services, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Joeleen Smith, Supervisor of Special Education, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at Queen Anne's County Public Schools, 115 Vincit Street, Centreville, Maryland 21617.
External Agencies U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) 1-800-669-4000 1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only) 1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) 410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2) 1.800.637.6247 Maryland Relay 7-1-1
U.S. Department of Education (OCR) Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202 (202) 401-2000 1-800-872-5327 Fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 800-877-8339
Board of Education contact information can be found on the QACPS website. www.qacps.org