Sign Language interpreter

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER

Under direction, interprets/transliterates spoken language using American Sign Language or other manual sign system, and vice versa, to facilitate communication between hearing and deaf/hard of hearing individuals; serve as a liaison between deaf/hard of hearing students, hearing students and instructors; and perform related work as required

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

1. Interprets lectures, discussions, announcements, conversations, meetings, events, and other spoken word situations using manual sign system appropriate for the language and the cultural background of deaf/hard of hearing students and staff.
2. Accurately Interprets deaf/hard of hearing students’ signs into fluent English for other students, faculty
3. Adheres to the RID Code of Professional Conduct.