Substitute Educational Interpreter, USDB

Role and Responsibilities As a Substitute Educational Interpreter you will: Interpret instructor's lectures, comments, and questions for deaf/hard-of-hearing students in a mainstream classroom setting. Interpret students' questions and statements. Interpret for school functions as assigned. Adapt signing level and system to the communication needs of the students. Tutor as appropriate under the supervision of the classroom instructor. Follow the code of ethics for certified interpreters. Participate cooperatively as a member of the educational team. Assist in coordinating note taking for students as needed. Communicate regularly with instructors, program Director or Specialist and Lead Interpreter about student progress and concerns. Follow schedule as determined by program Director or Specialist Willing to improve signing skills through in-service and additional classes.