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An ASL Translator, also known as an ASL Interpreter, facilitates communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals and those who use spoken language. They interpret spoken language into American Sign Language (ASL) and vice versa in various settings, such as schools, hospitals, businesses, and public events. ASL Translators must be fluent in both ASL and English and often have certifications to ensure accuracy and professionalism. Their role is essential in ensuring accessibility and effective communication for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

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Instructional Assistant - ASL Language Facilitator

Instructional Assistant - ASL Language Facilitator

Perry Township School District

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$19.95/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Perry Township Schools rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

511th of 581 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff - Non Instructional/INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE
Date Posted:
7/14/2026
Location:
Southport High School
Instructional Assistant - ASL Language Facilitator
Position Purpose
Providing support to the instructional program within an assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting the Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, school staff, peers, and licensed ASL teacher. Serving as a liaison between the licensed teacher, students, and families for effective communication and class management.
Essential Job Functions
  • Collaborate closely with the ASL instructor to anticipate classroom needs and seamlessly reinforce classroom expectations.
  • Monitor and manage student behavior collaboratively with the ASL instructor in accordance with school policies and classroom rules to maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
  • Implement behavior intervention plans and positive reinforcement strategies that were constructed with the ASL instructor to minimize disruptions and keep students focused on instruction.
  • Assist the ASL teacher in supervising and facilitating daily classroom activities, transitions between tasks, and group work.
  • Observe and document student behavior patterns, reporting significant changes or incidents to the lead teacher and administration as needed.
  • Assist with proctoring and administering quizzes, tests, and standardized evaluations within the school room setting, ensuring strict adherence to testing accommodations and protocols.
  • Maintain a quiet, distraction-free testing environment to help students maximize their performance.
  • Provide non-instructional testing support, such as clarifying formatting instructions or arranging adaptive seating/materials for students with specific accommodations.
  • Advocate for students by communicating students' progress and needs with the licensed teacher and parents/guardians as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment
  • Operate and monitor real-time speech-to-text or captioning applications (such as Ava, Otter.ai, or Google Live Transcribe) on classroom tablets or laptops to ensure clear, immediate translation of spoken student responses during group discussions or testing.
  • Manage classroom Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) hardware, troubleshooting connections to ensure seamless access to off-site certified interpreters when an on-site interpreter is unavailable.
  • Navigate interactive whiteboards and digital presentation tools to load visual behavioral prompts, daily agendas, and written testing instructions, reducing the reliance on vocal commands.
  • Basic operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, peripherals and media equipment
  • Operating knowledge of and experience with Google, Microsoft Office and/or other department software packages
  • Operating knowledge of and experience with standard office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Pay Rate
$19.95 per hour
Work Schedule
7.5 hours per day
183 days per year
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to assist, instruct, and supervise a diverse population of students.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to learn American Language (ASL), Pidgin Signed English (PSE), Manually Coded English (MCE) and Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE)
• Interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions and respond to management direction
• Ability to possess a positive attitude and relationship with students and staff
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, administrative guidelines and building and department procedures
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical Requirement
Percentage of Time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Very Frequent
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Seldom
Ability to carry 25 pounds.
Seldom
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
Very Frequent
Ability to operate job-related equipment.
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions.
Very Frequent
License/ Registration/ Certification
• Valid US driver's license
• Criminal background check required for hire
Education
• Two to three years of related experience working with ASL students or Associate's Degree in related field preferred
Experience
  • Previous experience working with the Deaf Community or ASL students is preferred.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/perryschools/onlineapp/

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