Educational Sign Language Interpreter

Job Details Job ID: 5738536 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 26, 2026 Starting Date: To Be Determined Locations District Wide - Afton, Wyoming Job Description Position if open until filled Lincoln County School District #2 Educational Sign Language Interpreter In-Person Full or Part-Time Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Applicants will be considered in the following order of preference: - Holds a current Wyoming Educational Sign Language Interpreter (ESLI) Permit through the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB). The permit may be obtained by meeting at least one of the following: (a) institutional recommendation from an accredited higher-education program, (b) documented national certification, or (c) a score of 3.5 or greater on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) in American Sign Language (ASL), Manually-Coded English (MCE), or Pidgin Sign Language (PSE). - Currently eligible to hold the Wyoming ESLI Permit through PTSB under any of the pathways listed above. - Demonstrates the potential to meet the requirements for the Wyoming ESLI Permit within one year of hire. For full permit details, visit the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board Compensation: Negotiable based on type of service, qualifications, and experience. Description of the Position: - Districtwide position supervised through the Department of Special Services - Reports to the building principal and is under the guidance of special education staff - Daily Hours: Minimum of Three Hours, up to 7.5 Hours a day Performance Responsibilities: - Provide interpreter assistance to the students who qualify for services under Hearing Disability - Effectively facilitate communication between individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and those who are hearing - Possess a high level of fluency in American Sign Language and the English Language - Keen ability to focus on what is being said - Broad-based world knowledge and professional, ethical conduct - Serves all parties in the communication exchange - Ability to assess the communication preferences or language level of the individual who is deaf or hard of hearing and then adapt their interpretation to meet these needs - Understand the meaning and intentions expressed in one language and express those meanings and intentions in the other language - Ability to retain information and manage the flow of communication - Understand and manage the cultural nuances of the environment - Engage in professional and ethical standards consistent with their profession - Other duties within the scope and expectations of an Educational Sign Language Interpreter A strong candidate would exemplify the following professional attributes: - A relationship-based approach to working constructively and positively with all school staff, parents, students, and agency personnel - A respect for individual and group differences - Strong organization and planning skills - A willingness to go beyond basic requirements - Flexibility in adapting to change - An ability to respond to constructive criticism professionally - Demonstrates well-developed emotional maturity In accordance with policy GBEC and procedure GBEC-R all new employees must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employee must consent to and provide the necessary documentation (fingerprinting, etc.) to allow for a criminal background check. Printed Name Date Signature Position Type: None specified Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required