SOESD Sign Language Interpreter for the 2026-27 School Year

The Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) seeks a dedicated and skilled interpreter to join our dynamic team. As an interpreter you will be supported by highly trained educational interpreters and work towards developing a career of which you can be proud. This position will serve students ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade who utilize a variety of communication modalities. Commitment to professionalism growth and working as a dynamic educational team memberwhile carrying out your interpreting assignmentis vital to the success of our program. As an interpreter you will be responsible for preparing for classes working toward ongoing professional goals following the Code of Professional Conduct informally assessing student language skills and working to ensure that the educational team operates cohesively via the sharing of information. Working for the SOESD will give the successful candidate a unique experience to change the lives of students. Applicants should understand the importance of positive relationships with students professional colleagues and the spirit of teamwork. We are passionate about the importance of inclusion and believe in the power of education to transform lives. If you share these views and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young peoplethis could be the perfect role for you.

About SOESD

Southern Oregon ESD has locations in the Rogue Valley Grants PassandKlamath Rogue Valley is the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon home to legendary snow-skiing white-water rafting kayaking hiking and fishing as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries the Britt Music Festival the Ashland Independent Film Festival and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Pass is a beautiful river town with access to outdoor activities like hiking fishing and rafting on the Rogue River. The town also boasts a lively downtown a close-knit community and a rich County is proudly the home of Crater Lake National Park. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year outdoor sports are unlimited for all ages and all seasons.

For more information on living in the area please see:

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Sign Language Interpreter

Position Goal: To provide access to education for students who are deaf and hard of hearing by facilitating communication.

Essential Functions:

1. Interpret/transliterate information accurately conveying the thought intent and spirit of the sender in a manner appropriate to the students communication level.
2. Instruct students in the correct use of an interpreter.
3. Orient regular classroom teachers about the role of interpreters and suggest classroom adaptations.
4. Adhere to all rules and protocols governing the confidential rights of all students.
5. Develop and implement an individual ongoing program in professional growth to include fluency vocabulary building (technical/general signs) and language skills and participate in a skill development mentoring program
6. Participate upon request in parent conferences and IEP meetings.
7. Demonstrate active participation in staff meetings and in-services.
8. Attend conferences workshops and job-related training programs as requested.
9. Interpret for students parents and/or professionals in conferences or other school-sponsored activities when sanctioned by the supervisor.
10. Maintain an interpreter log when assigned to be available to the PDHH teacher.
11. Demonstrate both written and oral command of the English language including correct use of syntax and grammar.
12. Demonstrate a functional comprehension of all subject matter.
13. Provide tutorial support to deaf and hard-of-hearing students as assigned.
14. Act as a liaison between PDHHand mainstream staff providing relevant feedback on student progress.
15. Assist in the professional development of other interpreters within the program through assigned mentorship duties.
16. Participate in a daily preventative physical warm-up.
17. Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment under the direction of the PDHH teacher.
18. Develop increasing proficiency in all essential functions for Interpreter III prior to advancement to that level.
19. Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
20. Complete and document 12 hours of continuing professional development related to sign language interpretation each school year.
21. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Prerequisites

1. High School diploma or GED.
2. Score 3.5 or above on the EIPA Performance Assessment or hold RID NIC CI or CT Certification and meet one of the following criteria:

a. Hold a Bachelors or Associates Degree from an Interpreter Education Program or related field
b. Achieve a passing score on the EIPA Written test

1. Certificate of Completion from an Interpreter Training Program or extensive background and experience with sign language including regular contactwith deaf children or adults.

Location: In person at assigned schools.
Length of Position: 190 days (academic year) calendar
Pay: Per Classified Hourly Compensation Schedule. $24.61/hour to $33.75/hour for 2026-2027school year.
Immediate Supervisor: Department Administrator

SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):

• Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2185.00 per month (family coverage)for health dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays
• Agenerous sick vacation and discretionary (personal)leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.

Health Insurance:

• OEBB MODA
• Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
• Monthly premium deducted pre-tax

Options:

• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts ï½ medical day-care expenses
• Optional Coverage for Additional Life AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
• 403(b)
• Mercy Flights Membership

The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Interpreter job description.

1. Stand/Walk: 6-8 Hrs/Day
2. Sit: 1-4 Hrs/Day
3. Drive: 1-4 Hrs/Day
4. Bending: Occasionally
5. Squat: Occasionally
6. Climb Stairs: Frequently
7. Single Grasping: Frequently
8. Pushing: Limited
9. Pulling: Limited
10. Fine Manipulation: Frequently
11. Repetitive Foot Controls: Not At All
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Limited
13. Lifting ( 25 - 50 lbs): Not At All
14. Lifting (50 - 75 lbs): Not At All
15. Lifting (75 - 100 lbs): Not At All

Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws including ORS Ch. 659 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.