Brainerd Public Schools · 4 months ago
ASL Interpreter
Brainerd, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$27.85/hr - $33.82/hrBrainerd Public Schools is seeking an ASL Interpreter for the 2025-2026 school year at Brainerd High School. The Interpreter will provide interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students to facilitate communication within their educational community.
Education Management
Responsibilities
To provide meaningful classroom communication for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student in an integrated setting and/or any other setting as deemed necessary
Change simultaneously the spoken language into finger spelling and sign language and conversely the sign language into the spoken language
Use ASL and/or Signed English based on the student’s mode of communication
Prepare for the interpreting assignment by reading and researching materials pertaining to the particular class
Be prepared to interpret for other classes (day and evening) and various other interpreting situations in which the student needs interpreting assistance (i.e., extracurricular)
Prepare vocabulary booklets by transferring written language into signs (i.e., reading, science, health, etc.) to reinforce signing skills of the teachers, parents and the students
Work to establish and maintain open communication with the mainstream and Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff
Provide information to the classroom teacher as to the role of the interpreter in the classroom
To assist in meeting the student’s educational needs: Evaluate the physical setting in the classroom so as to position yourself in the appropriate place to ensure maximum communication for the student
Use the student’s preferred mode of communication (i.e., ASL/Signed English/Pidgen English/Combination)
Become aware of the student’s language and skill level to assure appropriate communication techniques
Check for the understanding of the signs, new vocabulary and concepts
If a note taker is not available, help to secure a note taker in class
Encourage the student to participate in the class
Develop a good rapport with the student without infringing on the student’s rights
Understand and assist in the implementation and follow through of the student’s educational plan developed through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, including providing academic support, behavior management, activities of daily living, and/or transition support as directed
To work in partnership with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff: Serve as a collaborative member of the student’s educational team including providing information to the team that will help evaluate and plan the student’s educational program
Make appropriate personnel aware of needs that occur in the classroom that may affect the student’s ability to succeed
Provide teachers with information from the mainstream class related to class discussions, assignments, behavior of the student and tests
Assist in developing new signs in the technical and academic areas to help the student learn new concepts
Assist in tutoring in a particular subject when needed
Provide materials/handouts to the teacher that has been distributed in the mainstream class
Promote Deaf/Hard of Hearing awareness in the classroom and throughout the school
Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of an Interpreter/Transliterator Training Program affiliated with an accredited educational institution
Current, national interpreter and transliterator certification or a two-year provisional certificate with certification attained prior to expiration
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
LTD
PERA
403b
Paid Sick and Personal Leave
Company
Brainerd Public Schools
Spread out across 516 square miles, including Aitkin, Cass, Crow Wing and Morrison Counties, Brainerd Public Schools serves more than 6,700 students per year.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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