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Job Title: Educational Technician – Special Education Sign Language Interpreter

Posting Date: January 27, 2006

Closing Date: Until Filled

Salary Range: $21.74 - (hourly)

Job Type: Instructional

Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and vacation days.

Reports to: Supervisor, Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Location: Office of Specialized Student Services

Qualifications

Education:

Candidate must have Certificate of Documentation of Michigan State level screening – QA II or QA III. Also, the educational interpreter must show evidence of at least one of the following: (a) Certificate of Interpreting, Certificate of Transliteration, comprehensive Skills Certificate and/or Oral Interpreting Certificate from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), (b) NAD certification of IV or above, (c) Transcript or documentation of completion of an interpreter training program from an appropriate college or university or equivalent i.e. experience. Candidate must obtain state Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate (EIPA) by end of school year (6-30-2009).

Experience:

Documentation of at least 3 years of successful experience as an educational interpreter or the acquisition of sign language as a native language.

Attendance:

Regular Attendance is critical; must have an exemplary attendance record.

Citizenship:

Must be able to verify whether U.S. citizen, resident alien, or otherwise authorized to accept employment in the U.S.

Physical Condition:

Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined with or without accommodations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Deaf and Hard of Hearing the Educational Technician will:

Essential Functions:

a. The Detroit Public Schools Program follows a Total Communication approach with the communication mode meeting the students’ needs. Knowledge of the following communication modes is preferred: American Sign Language, Pidgin Signed English, Signed Exact English (using conceptually correct ASL signs), Oral/speech reading, Tactile, Low Vision and minimal language skills/gesturing.
b. Interpret/transliterate for deaf and hard-of-hearing students, their peers and instructors in the mainstream, self contained academic, special subject or vocational classes including but not limited to lectures, conversations, videos, and special projects.
c. Interpret and/or transliterate according to the specifications of the student’s Individualized Educational Program.
d. Participate as a member of the educational team related to the student’s communication abilities and needs as requested by teacher, administrator or parent.
e. Interpret at meetings, conferences and workshops for parents and staff who are deaf or hard-of-hearing upon request by school administrator, supervisor or teacher.
f. Set up the physical setting for the most successful interpretation (e.g. determining the best physical arrangement for the interpreter in relation to the teacher’s presentation style and movement within the classroom, working with the teacher to accommodate lighting needs during movies, filmstrips, etc.)
g. Utilize planning time to meet with teachers and staff as deemed appropriate by the educational team and/or the supervisor.
h. Be prepared for demanding course material as necessary for successful interpreting and/or transliterating.
i. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with administrators, teachers, and staff, with parents and students, and with visitors or individuals unfamiliar with the educational setting.
j. Demonstrate professionalism in all ethical areas, especially in applying the Code of Ethics to the educational setting.
k. Interpret for school functions and assemblies outside the classroom during regularly scheduled school hours.
l. Be available to interpret for after school activities upon request.
m. Attend all district inservices as requested by supervisor.
n. Maintain a QAIII endorsement at all times.
o. Maintain an excellent attendance pattern.
p. Follow board policies regarding notification of absence and tardiness.
q. Maintain an accurate log of daily activities and students serviced.

Security Clearance:

You must provide a non-refundable payment of $65.25 by cashier's check, certified check or money order, payable to the I.I.S. (Identix Identification Services).

There is an option to pay by MasterCard or Visa. If you elect to pay by credit card, you must call Identix at (866) 226-2952 prior to your appointment, because they are unable to accept credit cards at the fingerprint site.

Please be prompt when arriving at the fingerprinting site. In order to be fingerprinted, you must present your state issued picture ID or passport, the completed LiveScan Fingerprint Request form, the completed Identix Michigan Fingerprint Applicant Information form, as well as the fingerprint fee of $65.25.

All fingerprinting appointments will be scheduled by Detroit Public Schools, Human Resources Department.

Method of Application:

Applicants MUST apply through the online application system. ONLY applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position. All applicants are to attach a copy of their transcripts, most recent resume and cover letter. A copy of your valid teacher certification should also be attached if certification is required for the position you are applying for.
Applicants will receive an automated confirmation once they have successfully applied for a position.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Service outside of the Detroit Public Schools must be verified by the applicant’s employer(s) prior to hire.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. All documentation must be submitted along with the letter of interest. Due to the high volume of candidates applying for positions, we regret that we are unable to pull individual personnel files to retrieve/copy documents. Therefore, to assure the application process is not delayed, if you are applying for multiple positions with the district, we strongly encourage you to have available several photocopies of your credentials to be submitted for each position for which you apply. Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete information will not be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Recruitment and Employment Services at recruitment@detroitk12.org.

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit does not discriminate against, deny benefits to or exclude participation by any person in its programs, activities or employment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion or handicap.