School Services - School American Sign Language
Kansas City, KS
AHS Staffing
5x7 hrs, Days
$40-45/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x7 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration31 weeks
- SettingSchool
Pay
Description
Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) – Shawnee Mission, KS
$40–$45 per Hour | Full-Time | School-Based
Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff!
PediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) to support an elementary school student in the Shawnee Mission, KS area. This position involves providing full-day communication support in a special education classroom, helping a student develop sign language skills while promoting classroom participation and learning.
Position Details
- Location: Shawnee Mission, KS area
- Pay Rate: $40–$45 per hour
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:45 AM–3:10 PM
- Hours: 35 hours per week, full-time
- Start Date: TBD, anticipated soon
- Setting: Elementary School, Structured Learning Classroom (SLC)
- Assignment: 1:1 student support within an active special education classroom
- Workdays: Days students are in session, following the school calendar
Key Responsibilities
- Provide full-day sign language interpretation and communication support for an elementary student.
- Help the student develop and strengthen sign language and communication skills.
- Facilitate communication between the student, teachers, classmates, and school staff.
- Support student participation in classroom instruction, activities, and social interactions.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, paraprofessionals, and special education teams.
- Remain actively engaged in a classroom where challenging behaviors may occur.
- Provide support in classrooms, on playgrounds, and during school activities or field trips.
- Be comfortable with physical movement throughout the school day, including walking, kneeling, and moving around the classroom.
Qualifications
- Sign language interpretation experience required.
- Specific certification requirements are pending confirmation.
- Experience working with elementary students or in special education settings preferred.
- Comfortable supporting a student who is still developing sign language skills.
- Flexible, patient, and comfortable working in an active classroom environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to accompany students on school activities and field trips as needed.
Why Join PediaStaff?
- Competitive weekly pay (W-2 employment)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Dedicated recruiter and clinical support
- Travel opportunities and tax-free stipends for eligible travelers
Interested? Let's Connect!
Kathryn Gaidry
Recruiting Consultant | PediaStaff
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