Interpreter Co-Op (RDSPD) - (260001VP)
The Interpreter Deaf Co-Op (RDSPD) will participate as a member of the educational team as interpreter for the deaf to successfully interpret/translate for the deaf/hearing impaired and assist teachers in the classroom in order to provide educational opportunities to ensure student success.Position DescriptionEssential Duties and Responsibilities
Interpret/translate for individuals with hearing impairment in instructional settings Prepare for interpreting assignments by study of subject matter and sign language vocabulary Assist in providing information about deafness and the role of the educational interpreter Participate as a member of the educational team to review assigned student/classroom information and provide input and/or attend educational team meetings Attend district provided professional development courses related to educational interpreting and/or education for the deaf Assist RDSPD teachers with materials and provide clerical duties as assigned Provide lunchroom supervision and supervise student rest periods (as appropriate to educational setting) Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.High School Diploma or GED Associate's Degree or higher related to interpreting or the field of deaf/hard of hearing preferred Certificate in interpreting for the deaf issued by the Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (BEI) or the Registry of Interpreters (RID) Experience working with children preferredHave a working knowledge of the Code of Ethics established by the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf and endorsed by Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing ServicesPhysical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.
The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Additional InformationThis position is funded by grant funds. This position may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available.
: TEXAS-SUGAR LAND
DULLES HIGH SCHOOL
550 DULLES AVENUE
SUGAR LAND 77478
: Staff
: DEPARTMENT
Position Calendar: 187AU1
School Year:2026-2027
Salary Grade: 506
: Feb 1, 2027, 5:59:00 AM
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