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Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Company:
Ava R-I School District
Location:
Ava, MO, 65608
Posted:
October 22, 2025
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Description:

Position Type:

Support Staff/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:

12/22/2023

Location:

Ava R-I School District

Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Primary tasks and major responsibilities include:

-Provide interpreting and/or translating services for the deaf population and the hearing population in the educational setting.

-Facilitate communication through the use of sign language, spoken English, and have knowledge about accessibility.

-Interpret within social and academic settings, conversations (direct and/or overheard), class instruction, lectures, tests/exams, assemblies, field trips, extra-curricular activities, etc.

-Prepare course material and provide assistance with accommodations, modifications, and/or captioning as needed.

-Provide requested information to an IEP team or 504 team (if applicable) regarding students' skills in relation to the use of interpreting services.

-Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all settings.

*Applicants would need to possess a current valid certification in the Missouri Interpreters Certification system under ASL or "Sign Language Interpreter" with Basic, Advanced, or Master Level or RCED and PCED (learners permit).

*At least sixty (60) college credits hours is preferred. Previous experience in an educational setting is strongly preferred.

*Part-time or full-time employment will be considered. Ava R-1 School District utilizes a four-day school week.

*Interested candidates should apply online at Candidates must successfully pass a background check satisfactory to the District's Board Policies. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Melissa Dalton, Special Services Director, at .

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