ASL Staff Interpreter

Job Description

Job Description

CAPS Collaborative is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic ASL Interpreter to join our growing Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs in the Newton Public Schools. The applicant will support students in general education inclusion classrooms and our Deaf staff as needed. We are seeking applicants for our Newton Public School middle / high school programs.

The ASL interpreter shall facilitate communication among students who are deaf or hard of hearing, their hearing peers, the classroom teachers and other personnel in the school system. The interpreter may perform this responsibility in a variety of settings, in and outside of the classroom. The interpreter may interpret for Deaf staff as needed for meetings and school-wide events.

Other duties that may be performed when they do not interfere with interpreting include tutoring, participation in meetings and being an active member of the school's educational team. School year position with additional summer hours available.

About us :

CAPS Collaborative will work in partnership with districts to provide programs and services of the highest quality. To provide these services, we adhere to the following values :

• To commit every aspect of the organization to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students.
• To demonstrate quality and responsiveness by becoming the first choice of districts for programs and services.
• To be a customer-focused organization that constantly evaluates district needs.
• To integrate quality, integrity, respect, and teamwork into every aspect of the organization.
• To demonstrate accountability through constantly evaluating results and progress toward goals.
• To implement programs and services in the most cost-effective manner and to exercise due diligence in financial decision making.
• We will work in partnership with districts to ensure that students transition to the least restrictive environment in their home school district.

About the role :

ASL interpreters facilitate communication among students / staff who are deaf or hard of hearing, their hearing peers, classroom teachers and various school personnel. The ASL interpreter is an active part of the educational team and often serves as a liaison between students, general educators, and the CAPS DHHP. A commitment to lifelong learning and a spirit of collegiality and teamwork are expected and critical to the success of the program.

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