Interpreter Coordinator en Beaumont ISD

Job Description

• Bachelor’s degree
• Board of Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification or Registry of Interpreter for the Deaf (RID)
• Completion of 60 college hours from an interpreter training program (preferred)

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Ability to communicate effectively in sign language, including American Sign Language (ASL), Signing Exact English (SEE), and Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE)
• Ability to use sign language to interpret in the educational setting
• Knowledge of the role of an educational interpreter and the Interpreter Code of Ethics
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff, students, and parents
• Ability to mentor, train, and evaluate interpreters/communication facilitators
• Ability to be flexible and coordinate all scheduling of interpreting services
• Ability to write routine reports and documentation

• Minimum of 5 years of experience providing interpreting services in an educational setting

1. Observe and provide feedback on sign language skills of all RDSPD staff throughout the year.
2. Develop and deliver training to enhance sign language proficiency for all RDSPD staff.
3. Support paraprofessional/non-certified interpreters in preparing for the BEI/RID exam through teaming up, mentoring, modeling, and skill development.
4. Plan and develop interpreter training for all staff interpreters/communication facilitators.
5. Conduct co-evaluations of interpreters and communication facilitators at cluster sites.
6. Coordinate team-building activities and interpreter/communication facilitator staff development and inform interpreters of available PD opportunities to maintain their CEUs.
7. Attend all RDSPD staff meetings and required district professional development (e.g., communication workshops, statewide conferences, SEE Skillshop) as determined by the RDSPD supervisor.
8. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and assigned special events.

9. Schedule interpreters for the RDSPD cluster sites, working with RDSPD staff, campus staff, and all service providers.
10. Maintain and submit a weekly schedule of activities and assignments to the RDSPD Director.
11. Maintain a log of all substitutes and interpreter request forms. Coordinate all substitute interpreters and serve as a fill-in when interpreters are out.
12. Organize and oversee Interpreter Training Program interns, including scheduling and observation coordination.
13. Arrange interpreting staff for RDSPD events, including sign language classes for parents and the community.

14. Facilitate communication regarding student behavior for teachers and campus administration in various situations.
15. Facilitate data collection for IEP goal development and updates with interpreting staff.
16. Ensure interpreters receive written materials for special events (e.g., graduation, programs).
17. Provide interpretation support for students in crisis situations as needed.
18. Interpret for ARD committee meetings, speech evaluations, and FIE/New Referral Assessments for new students and site-based students, as needed.

19. Serve as the primary contact for RDSPD interpreters and communication facilitators to address concerns.
20. Review and verify contract interpreter logs/invoices for accuracy before submission to the RDSPD Secretary.
21. Maintain and submit required documentation, including IEP progress reports, mileage reimbursements, and staff evaluations.
22. Maintain current certification and CEUs through BEI or RID.
23. Stay informed of and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations and policies regarding certified and non-certified interpreters.
24. Coordinate with district departments as needed.
25. Participate in the interview process for RDSPD interpreter candidates.
26. Conduct walk-throughs to observe interpreters, providing feedback to both staff and the RDSPD admin for end-of-year evaluations.
27. Support the recruitment of qualified interpreters for the program and actively participate in screening and interviewing candidates.
28. Adhere to the attendance policy.

29. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
30. Participate in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned.
31. Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the program.

• Supervise all interpreters and communication facilitators

• Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; assistive listening devices

• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written English.
• Ability to paraphrase, clearly explain, and accurately convey and receive information.
• Maintain emotional control under stress while working with adults.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Maintain confidentiality.

• Repetitive hand motions
• Occasional distinct-wide and statewide travel
• Moderate standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Prolonged sitting and use of a computer.