EssentialJob Functions: • Provide expressive and voice interpreting for students who are deaf orhard-of-hearing in general education classes (this may include American SignLanguage, English-based signs, Sign-supported speech, or oral interpretation). • Provide tutoring services as necessary for students who are deaf or hard ofhearing, under the direction of the DHH teacher or the classroom teacher. • Accompany and interpret for students for field trips, assemblies, programs,job training and other activities as deemed necessary throughout the schoolday. • Use scheduled preparation time (comparable to teacher preparation time) topreview lesson plans, audio, video and written materials, conference withteachers or fellow interpreters, adapt tests and other materials, prepare for tutoring,record data, research signs, etc.). • Participate in each student’s IEP team as a member, not as an interpreter.The interpreter may share observations about the student’s present level ofperformance, goals and services, particularly related to the student’s language knowledgeand use, and behaviors that support or impede learning. • Assist teachers in adapting the physical classroom setting to optimizecommunication interaction and access for students who are deaf or hard ofhearing (i.e. appropriate seating, lighting, video equipment, removal of distractions, etc.). • Serve as a liaison to promote good relations between students who are deaf orhard of hearing, hearing peers, staff and faculty members. • Serve as a liaison between the DHH teacher and the general education teacher. • Provide note taking services, as deemed necessary, when not interpreting. Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.