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We seek experienced self-starting candidates who are professional, flexible, have excellent oral communication skills, and enjoy working and collaborating in a variety of elementary and high school settings with a variety of students, parents and staff. We seek individuals who have experience with technology and can learn and interpret academic vocabulary throughout the grade span. We count on our interpreters to provide the necessary access of our students who are deaf or heard of hearing to educational experiences throughout a school day.

General description

Facilitates communication between students who are deaf or hard of hearing and teachers, staff members, and peers within an educational environment, using a variety of manual and verbal communication systems in a highly proficient manner reflecting the affect of the speaker and/or signer. The Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing facilitates communication through the use of sign-to English and English-to-sign skills. This position requires course work, Level 4 certification, and competency using manual sign systems.

• Interprets for students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in a variety of educational settings, including, but not limited to, classroom environments, assemblies, recess, noon sport leagues, and counseling sessions using various sign language systems and voice interpretation at a normal conversational rate
• Interprets a wide range of curriculum, including scientific and advanced placement topics
• Consults with the teachers of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing, general education staff and typical students on the effective use of an interpreter
• Provides voice interpretation to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing as needed
• Collaborates with IEP teams to standardize signs in an educational setting
• Under the direction of the teacher of the deaf or hard of hearing, performs record keeping, monitoring IEP or special education related activities that support student learning
• Provides assistance to the classroom teachers as required; assists in filing, duplicating and preparing instructional materials
• Interprets and provides instruction as needed to individuals or small groups of students who are deaf or hard of hearing; reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher
• Follows professional conduct guidelines to guard against the development of inappropriate personal relationships with students
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Education: Possession of an associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education or related field is preferred.

Experience: At least one year of experience providing instructional support in an educational setting is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Specialized knowledge of expressive and receptive forms of sign language systems, which may include American Sign Language, Conceptually Accurate Signed English, Signed Exact English, Manually Coded English, and Pidgin Signed English
• Interpreting strategies and techniques necessary to accommodate individual needs of students in a variety of educational settings
• Foundational concepts of deaf culture
• Curriculum used in educational settings from preschool through secondary schools
• Sufficient skills to exercise extreme patience when dealing with students and staff

Abilities:

• Requires the ability to speak and write English clearly with proper structure
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Interpret and communicate fluently with high proficiency (over 80% of content) in the sign language system appropriate to the individual needs of the students
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality when dealing with private and sensitive information
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the communication process between persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and the needs of the persons involved in that process
• Well-developed arm, hand, and finger dexterity in order to perform advanced sign language interpretation for up to twenty-five hours per week
• Visual acuity to see information to be voiced (such as sign language and facial expressions) and detect speech patterns
• Hearing acuity sufficient to understand information to be interpreted in a variety of educational environments
• Facial dexterity to produce readable mouth movements for specific sign language expressions
• Sufficient manual dexterity to produce readable sign language through movement of fingers and arms
• Perform all aspects of the position

Licenses and certificates

To qualify for the certified Interpreter, applicant must possess one of the following certifications:

• Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA), level 4 or above
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACC1), level 4 or above
• NAD certification, level 4 or above
• Educational Signs Skills Evaluation Interpreter (ESSE-1), level 4 or above

Interpreters who have not yet obtained the required certification must be eligible for a certification waiver from the California Department of Education and must fulfill one of the following requirements in order to be placed on the eligibility list:

• provide proof of having taken one of the certification exams listed above, along with the score achieved
• complete the Boys Town National Research Hospital Prescreening Assessment, administered by SBCEO or by an organization recognized by SBCEO.

May require a valid California driver's license and insurance coverage required by law.

Working conditions

Classified salary ranges have 26 steps (A-Z). Initial salary placement for new hires is between steps A and J, based on qualifications.

Click here for an Overview of Our Application & Selection Process.

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

* All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position.

* The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination.

* Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. Final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list.

* A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered.

* This recruitment is Dual Certification, meaning it is open to all applicants, including current SBCEO employees and those from the general public. Dual certification results in one integrated eligibility list based on rank.

* Eligibility lists are generally valid for six months; promotional eligibility lists are valid for one year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission.

* If you require an accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify Human Resources by the application deadline date (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment).

* Veterans' Preference Points: This recruitment is eligible for veterans' preference points for qualifying veterans.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We’re partnering with a school in La Porte County, IN to hire a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter.

As a Sign Language Interpreter, you will provide essential communication access for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, supporting full participation in classroom instruction and school activities. Your work helps ensure equity, inclusion, and meaningful engagement for students and the broader school community.

Position Details:

• Start Date: 4/1/26
• End Date: 6/1/26
• Schedule: Monday–Friday 12:00pm–3:00pm
• Grade Levels: PreK
• School Year: 2025/2026

Responsibilities:

• Interpret classroom discussions, lessons, and school activities into American Sign Language (ASL) or other required communication modes.
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, peers, and staff.
• Support student comprehension by ensuring accurate, clear, and context-appropriate interpretation.
• Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to the interpreter code of ethics.
• Collaborate with special education staff and classroom teachers to understand instructional goals and student needs.
• Adjust interpreting style based on student’s language level and IEP specifications.
• Assist in ensuring accessibility during school events, meetings, and related activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid state licensure or certification for educational interpreting, as required by Indiana regulations.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL); ability to interpret expressively and receptively.
• Experience working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing preferred.
• Knowledge of educational environments and the interpreter code of professional conduct.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt interpreting techniques to support early childhood learners.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply? If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

XLA is looking for a Senior Records Analyst to support a federal agency in Arlington, VA. This is an onsite position Monday-Friday.

• Salary: $70,000

• Candidates need to be local to the Arlington, VA area.

The Records Analyst will be responsible for all areas of Records and Information Management (RIM), providing technical guidance and advice to management and personnel, which includes but are not limited to the following:

• Providing technical guidance and advice to management and personnel for all areas of RIM,
• Assisting in the development of long-range objectives, plans, and records management feasibility studies for overall program and specialized components of the program.
• Assisting in the identification of procedures and methodologies to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the life cycle management of records and documentation.
• Participating in the change of paper records to electronic record-keeping, which includes development, maintenance, verification, and evaluation of existing systems.
• Analyzing business processes to provide recommendations to improve workflow and create efficiencies through automated tools, systems, and technology.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of policy and program guidance supporting the integration and synchronization of records management across DEA, which includes DEA forms.
• Articulating and communicating to the team the assignment, project, problem to be solved, actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion.
• Assists the organization's RIM program to align with the agency's business and mission needs.
• Drafting new records schedules in accordance with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) guidelines, and Department of Justice and agency-specific requirements.
• Coordinates with subject matter experts and program offices to gather necessary information for creating and revising records schedules.
• Track the status of pending records schedule submissions and follow up with NARA or internal program offices as needed.
• Conducts gap analysis to identify obsolete, redundant, or outdated schedules that require retirement or consolidation.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge to manage the records and information management program.
• Requires experience in a setting which is primarily responsible for the life cycle and organization of information.
• Experience with records, and/or document repositories and their indexing and meta data processes is required.
• Capable of inventorying and analyzing documents or records.
• Capable of applying records retention schedules to collections of records.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Develops functional retention schedules for disposition requirements. Possesses knowledge, some experience, and capabilities in the development of solutions, recommendations, or outcomes across multiple tasks and/or organizations.
• Functional responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Analyzes content and accurately assigning keywords or topics using a taxonomy or controlled vocabulary.
• Works with paper and electronic content. Reviewing non-records to isolate non-records from records in the offices and program areas.
• Separation of non- records from records will help improve greatly the state of records management.
• Listing of in1active records for transfer and/or storage. Inactive records are those that are not needed for immediate use in the respective offices.
• These records cannot be disposed of, either because of the retention period that is not due, or because they are affected by blanket freezes imposed due to outstanding litigations or in anticipation of litigation.

Required Experience:

• Drafting new records schedules in accordance with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) guidelines, and Department of Justice and agency-specific requirements.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) management procedures and guidance.
• Development and implementation of policy and program guidance supporting the integration and synchronization of records management across DEA, which includes DEA forms.
• Must have experience with gap analysis to identify obsolete, redundant, or outdated schedules that require retirement or consolidation.

Minimum Experience/Education/Certification:

• Requires 10 years' experience or a bachelor’s degree and five years’ experience.

EEO Statement

XLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting equality and integrity in the workplace, professional development and education, and an entrepreneurial atmosphere.

We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our HR team by phone at 7 or via email at . For persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, or deaf-disabled, XLA will provide an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter where needed as a reasonable accommodation for the hiring processes.

We are proud to be an EEO/VETERAN EMPLOYER.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for self-identifying with either category