Job Summary

• To perform interpreting duties as needed for BCTC Deaf/Hard of Hearing student population. Deaf/Hard of Hearing students may require an interpreter during classroom lectures or exams, during campus events and functions, or in academic meetings. This is a part time position that coincides with student schedules.

Job Duties:

• • Provides in-class interpretation and transliteration services using sign language communication for deaf and hard of hearing students in college classes and/or laboratories which may require presentation and exchange of highly complex and technical information. Assesses student needs and the interpreting situation before and during assignments and makes adjustments as needed.
  • Interprets Deaf and hard of hearing students’ contributions, reports, or discussions to the instructor and to the class; and interprets d/Deaf and hard of hearing students’ questions directed to the instructor.
  • When requested, interprets for campus events, extracurricular activities, advising appointments, counseling sessions, etc. both in-person and virtually.
  • Assists with providing for the deaf and hard of hearing student’s communication needs, including assessing and adjusting lighting, seating arrangements and access to visual aids.
  • Preps for classes by reading and becoming familiar with technical vocabulary and content.
  • Stays abreast of new developments and techniques in the interpretation field by attending workshops and conferences and reviewing current literature, legislation and technology.
  • Adheres to the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
  • Completes annual KCTCS compliance training.
  • Other duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
  • National Interpreter Certification (RID CI/CT, CI, CT, NAD IV, NAD V or NIC, NIC- Advanced, NIC-master, CASLI).
  • Must complete 20 hours of professional development to maintain State Licensure/National Interpreter Certification.
  • Current license granted by the KY Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in accordance with KAR 39:030, Section 3.
  - proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL/PSE).
  - proficiency in English and PSE (pidgin signed language).
  - proficiency in different modes of signing.
  - compliance with the interpreter’s code of professional conduct (RID-CPC).
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Self-confident, impartial, and good decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend assignments
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
  • Experience in Post Secondary Interpreting
  

Additional Skills Requested:

• • Self-confident, impartial, and good decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend assignments
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
  • Experience in Post Secondary Interpreting
  

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