Job Description

A school in Easton, PA, seeks a skilled Sign Language Interpreter for a contract position during the current school year (CSY). This role supports a high school setting, providing interpretation services Monday through Friday for 6.5 hours each day (32.5 hours weekly). The assignment begins as soon as possible and continues through the end of the school year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate effective communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and classroom instructors through sign language interpretation.
• Support students during classroom instruction, extracurricular activities, and other school events.
• Collaborate with educators and staff to ensure accessibility and inclusion.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3.5 on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) or certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
• Ability to obtain or possess required clearances, prioritized if already completed:
  • ACT 168 Form (valid for 5 years)
  • ACT 126 Form (Mandated Reporter, valid for 5 years)
  • PA Child Abuse Clearance Form (valid for 5 years)
  • PA Fingerprints (ACT 114; candidate must submit results; valid for 5 years)
  • TB test
  • PATCH background check (requires payment; valid for 1 year)
  • Arrest and Conviction Report (valid for 5 years)

Location:

• Bethlehem area, partnering with a local high school.

Compensation:

• $68 per hour.

This position offers a vital role in supporting educational access and communication for students. Qualified candidates who meet the requirements and hold or can obtain necessary clearances are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.

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