Wisconsin Virtual Academy - Educational Interpreter (Work from Home) - Vacancy ID: 192259

The Wisconsin Virtual Academy (WIVA), a public virtual charter school authorized by the McFarland School District and powered by STRIDE K12 Inc., is seeking a dynamic, highly-motivated, organized Educational Interpreter to support students identified as Deaf or Hard of Hearing (D/HH). Candidates must be passionate about helping students be successful, willing to collaborate, adept at navigating multiple systems simultaneously and effectively, innovative and solution-oriented, and excited for the unique realities of an online schooling environment. Position Overview: The Educational Interpreter serves as a collaborative member of a team that supports students identified as D/HH in a virtual academic environment. They are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and interpret or transliterate all academic content to allow students who are D/HH to access instruction, communicate with other members of the school community, and participate in school-based activities. The scope of services and supports provided by the Educational Interpreter will be determined by the students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Required Licenses/Certification: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction License #884 and an Associate Degree in Educational Interpreting. Duties and Responsibilities: --Experience using one or more signing systems in an educational setting, including American Sign Language (ASL), Manually Coded English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and/or Finger Spelling --Interpret and transliterate content presented in the live, synchronous virtual academic setting as delineated in the assigned students’ IEPs --Adapt language and materials to meet the individual needs of students with hearing loss --Collaborate with other members of the school community (e.g., general education teachers, special education teachers, caregivers, related service providers) to share information regarding students’ progress and needs, as well as to ensure services are delivered in compliance with IEPs --Serve as an integral member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings --Provide expressive and voice interpretation of classroom instruction, clarify curricular content, support work completion, and provide language support in small groups or during one-on-one interactions --Interpret for school activities outside of the virtual classroom, extracurricular activities, and meetings with caregivers --Adhere to professional standards as outlined in the Code of Ethics of the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf --Serve as a liaison between students who are D/HH, hearing peers, staff, community members, and/or caregivers --Travel to and participate in Professional Development, in-person school events, state testing, and other events/meetings as needed --Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, caregivers, and school staff --Be available to students, caregivers, and staff during designated work hours --Work from a professional home office environment, conducive to video and audio needs and a structured schedule --Must be self-motivated, dependable, creative, and passionate about meeting the needs of students --Prior experience supporting students identified as D/HH in the academic environment is desired but not required. Other Qualifications: ---Shared view of the WIVA's mission and vision ---Strong content and subject-matter knowledge ---An ability to support and guide adults as well as students ---Knowledgeable in the application of databases utilized by K12/WIVA ---Strong written and verbal communication skills ---Organization and time-management skills ---Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) ---Experience using a student information system and/or other type of database (not required) Other Considerations: WIVA offers competitive healthcare, vision, dental, 401K, & bonuses for full-time staff (30 hours or more). This position is not part of the Wisconsin Retirement System. A computer, second monitor, and supplies are provided. TITLE IX – COMPLIANCE The Wisconsin Virtual Academies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation (including transgender status, change of sex or gender identity), English language proficiency, age, military status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability in its education programs or in employment. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX may be directed to: Becky Eberhardt Manager of Special Programs - WVA 4721 Dale-Curtin Drive McFarland, WI 53558 reberhardt@k12.com 608-838-9482 ext. 1107 OR Charles Stone Assistant Principal - WIVA High School 4721 Dale-Curtin Drive McFarland, WI 53558 cstone@@k12.com 608-838-9482 ext. 7934 You may also contact the Director of the office of Civil Rights, Dept. of Health, Education & Welfare, Washington DC.