Substitute Sign Language Interpreter - St. Marys County Public Schools

Leonardtown, MD

Release Date: October 4, 2024

Application Deadline: October 19, 2024

Requisition: 11068

Position: Substitute Sign Language Interpreter

Location: Various Locations

Salary: $15.10 - $23.00 per hour

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Qualified applicants must complete a TalentEd online application. No hard-copy applications will be accepted.
One-day virtual classes are being offered for the year.

All online applications must be completed on or before October 19, 2024. Failure to follow the application procedures could

hinder your chances of securing the desired assignment. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions

(301-475-5511, ext. 32189).

NATURE OF WORK:

Substitute sign language interpreters are hired to work with students in the absence of the Sign Language Interpreter on a daily or long-term basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and utilizing American Sign Language (ASL)
Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
Ability to report to work as scheduled
Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
Possess knowledge of manual communication programs – American Sign Language, Signed English

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the sign language interpreter including:

Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public and deals with public relations problems courteously and tactfully
Carries out written plans left by the sign language interpreter for the day’s schedule
Becomes familiar with and follows school and division procedures for routines and emergencies
Leaves a clear, written summary for the sign language interpreter of the day’s events and other relevant comments
Performs duties as requested by the teacher or school administrator during planning periods
Maintains confidentiality at all times: in classroom, school site, administrative buildings, and in the community
Utilizes the SmartFind Express absence management system

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Fluent in American Sign Language
Submit fingerprints and successfully pass a criminal history background check
Complete authorization for Employee History Verification forms
Complete the substitute training course
Complete the Vector Training (formerly SafeSchools) videos (Directions will be given in class)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Temporary hourly assignment.

SALARY:

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: Not eligible

Updated 09.2024

Source : St. Marys County Public Schools