STAGES Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor
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Stride, Inc. is hiring a STAGES Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor. The STAGES Sign Language Interpreter – Contractor provides interpreting and transliteration of academic content for D/HH students in a virtual environment, collaborates with educators and families, adapts materials, and maintains professional standards while working remotely from a home office.
Key focus areas include Interpret and transliterate live virtual academic content, Adapt language and materials for students with hearing loss, and Collaborate with teachers, caregivers, and service providers.
Important skills include American Sign Language, Interpreting, Transliterating, Adapting Language And Materials, Collaboration, and Professional Standards Adherence. Preferred (not required): Manually Coded English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English, Finger Spelling, and Working Independently.
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Job Description
The STAGES Sign Language Interpreter -CONTRACTOR is responsible for interpreting or transliterating all academic content to allow students who are D/HH to access instruction, communicate with other members of the school community, and participate in school-based activities. The scope of services and supports provided by the Educational Interpreter will be determined by the students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The Educational Interpreter serves as a collaborative member of a team that supports students identified as D/HH in a virtual academic environment and are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). The Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools.
This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).
This role will pay up to $55/hr.
Required: EIPA scores
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Experience using one or more signing systems in an educational setting, including American Sign Language (ASL), Manually Coded English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and/or Finger Spelling
Interpret and transliterate content presented in the live, synchronous virtual academic setting as delineated in the assigned students' IEPs
Adapt language and materials to meet the individual needs of students with hearing loss
Collaborate with other members of the school community (e.g., general education teachers, special education teachers, caregivers, related service providers) to share information regarding students' progress and needs, as well as to ensure services are delivered in compliance with IEPs
Serve as an integral member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings
Provide expressive and voice interpretation of classroom instruction, clarify curricular content, support work completion, and provide language support in small groups or during one-on-one interactions
Interpret for school activities outside of the virtual classroom, extracurricular activities, and meetings with caregivers
Adhere to professional standards as outlined in the Code of Ethics of the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
Serve as a liaison between students who are D/HH, hearing peers, staff, community members, and/or caregivers
Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, caregivers, and school staff
Be available to students, caregivers, and staff during designated work hours
Work from a professional home office environment, conducive to video and audio needs and a structured schedule
Must be self-motivated, dependable, creative, and passionate about meeting the needs of students
Prior experience supporting students identified as D/HH in the academic environment is desired but not required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum 1 year experience interpreting in educational environment and
Minimum 1 year experience providing interpreting services virtually
Certificates and Licenses:
National Interpreter Certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and/or
State specific educational interpreter licensure
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Ability to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zone
Strong content and subject-matter knowledge
An ability to support and guide adults as well as students
Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Ability to create and deliver staff development
Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
MS365 Proficient
Ability to clear required background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT
: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).
Job Type
1099 Contractor_CW (Fixed Term)
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
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Minimum Education Required
Not Specified
Minimum Experience Required
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Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Compensation
$55.00 - $55.00 / Hourly
Postal Code
55155
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
48589
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