Deaf Interpreter Bilingual Aide- Multiple Positions: 2026-2027 School Year
Dallas Independent School District
Location
Dallas, Texas
Quick overview
This role involves fluent interpretation, signed or oral, to facilitate effective communication for students within the classroom environment, ensuring adherence to their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The aide must continuously improve their sign language skills and assist students using instructional accommodations within an inclusion model.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited university and hold relevant Interpreter Certification, such as BEI, RID (CSC, CI, CT, or CI/CT), or NIC. Required experience includes interpreting within both the general Deaf community and specifically in educational settings.
Job description
Supports classroom environment by fluent interpretation, signed or oral, to facilitate communication effectively to and by students in the classroom Attains specialized vocabulary for student classes prior to class presentation Follows students’ IEP as developed by the Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee Continuously improves sign language skills and level of competency Assists all students as support facilitators/interpreters in the inclusion model of education Identifies and uses instructional accommodations and curricular modifications in effective instructional practice Attends professional development regarding support facilitation techniques and communication skills for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students Reports pertinent information using standardized reporting tools as identified by the Dallas Regional Program for the Deaf Maintains confidentiality at all times Maintains certification as required by certifying agency Performs all required documentation in a timely manner Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned Performs all duties relating to the State Deaf grant 100%25; All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate
Associates Degree from an accredited university and Interpreter Certification Experience interpreting in the Deaf community Experience interpreting in the educational setting BEI – Basic RID – CSC,CI, CT, or CI/CT NIC