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Educational Interpreter I, II - Special Needs Section

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This posting is for filling Educational Interpreter positions that serve students at various schools as needed, assigned by the Office of Student Support Services - Special Needs Section. The authorized level is Educational Interpreter II, but applications are accepted for the Educational Interpreter I level in case of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range:
Educational Interpreter I, SR-14: $3,917.00/month
Educational Interpreter II, SR-16: $4,240.00/month

Examples of Duties

• Use recognized interpreting and transliterating skills to facilitate communication between deaf and hard-of-hearing students and others, including faculty, staff, and students;
• Follow classroom schedules to interpret classroom activities, lectures, conversations, films, projects, and assemblies as per students' IEPs and teachers' instructions;
• Serve as a liaison to promote positive relationships within the school environment;
• Familiarize with class content to ensure accurate interpretation;
• Observe and report student progress or issues to teachers and communicate with students, parents, and staff regarding learning and behavior;
• Participate in training to stay updated on current methods and trends;
• May teach basic sign language to students or staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Education Requirements: 48 semester credits from an accredited institution recognized by the Hawaii Department of Education, including 3 credits in English and 3 in Math. Alternatively, a completed Educational Interpreter training program (e.g., A.S. or A.A.) with specialization in Educational Interpreting or equivalent.

Experience Requirements: At least 1 year of general or specialized interpreting/transliterating experience in an educational setting for levels I and II.

Substitutions: Completion of the ParaPro Assessment or a Bachelor's degree in an ASL/Interpreting program can substitute for experience requirements.

Certification: EIPA level 3.5+ or HQAS Interpreter Classification 3+ or RID Certification.

Driver's License: Must possess a valid Hawaii driver's license.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit all supporting documents within 10 days of application. Temporary positions may be extended and could lead to permanent employment. The department is an equal opportunity employer.