READS Collaborative

This position is located in the READS Collaborative Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program in Norton, MA. Please apply at: <a href="https://www.applitrack.com/readscollab/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&amp;AppliTrackJobId=1279QualificationsREQUIRED" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.applitrack.com/readscollab/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&amp;AppliTrackJobId=1279QualificationsREQUIRED</a>! Completion of the Educational Interpreter Proficiency Assessment (EIPA); both performance and written as required by DESE/MCDHH.REQUIRED! Achieved the performance score on the EIPA, for both performance &amp; written, as determined by DESE/MCDHH.REQUIRED!
Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)Licensure in MassachusettsPrior experience working with students, ranging from elementary to high school levels preferredBasic understanding of child development as well as language development, or willingness to learnAbility to work as part of an interdisciplinary educational team on matters regarding interpreting and communicationStrong verbal and written communication skillsAny additions/changes to the above, qualifications as deemed appropriate by READS Board of DirectorsAdditionalProvide educational interpreting services within all assigned grade levels, classes &amp; meetings as determined by the READS DHH administrator.Interpret or transliterate in a mode that reflects the student's language use as outlined in the student's IEPAbility to both produce accessible language and understand child and adolescent signersAn understanding of the stages of child development particularly as these relate to language development and knowledge specific to language development of deaf and hard of hearing childrenKnowledge of grade specific academic contentWork with the classroom teacher to adapt classroom/school activities to promote participation of deaf or hard of hearing individualsModel social strategies to encourage interaction between individuals who use sign language and those who do notEnsure incidental information is interpretedMaintain confidentiality information is only shared within the educational teamMaintain professional boundaries, respect privacy of students and foster independent student learningConduct oneself appropriate to the academic settingPrepare for classroom academic content, including previewing text books, teacher's lesson plans or electronic presentation of materialProvide academic support as outlined in the IEP under the guidance of a certified teacherProvide sign language support to classmates of the student who is deaf or hard of hearingAttend and participate in any meetings which you are requested to attend.Attend Parent Conferences and Parents' Night activities as requested.Contribute as a member of a teamAny additional responsibilities as determined by the Program Administrator.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsMust demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, families, and host school personnel. Must be capable of independently implementing student interventions under the direction of the classroom teacher, counselor, specialists, or program director. Must be able to respond promptly to calls for assistance throughout the school building and surrounding areas. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various locations as required to perform assigned duties.The employee must be physically capable of performing all essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical demands may include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and assisting with the physical management of students. The position also requires the ability to safely implement approved physical intervention and restraint techniques, when necessary, with students up to age 22, in accordance with READS Collaborative policies, training, and applicable state regulations.Terms of EmploymentEducational Support Personnel (ESP) Bargaining Unit Position: 183 daysBenefits apply to this position per the Collective Bargaining AgreementRate of pay TBD based on qualifications and experienceRate of Pay: $51,503 to $67,771, based on Experience as per READS ESP Unit Collective Bargaining AgreementJob Type: Full-timeBenefitsDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountParental leaveProfessional development assistanceRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insurance

EIPA Certified Educational American Sign Language Interpreter

EIPA Certified Educational American Sign Language Interpreter

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