CHAPTER 13: Where Interpreters Work

Question 1

Settings

Answer 1

Educational
Religious
Medical
Social Services
Legal

Question 2

Request a team when:

Answer 2

Content of class is overly difficult
Instructional strategies used by instructor cannot be adequately handled alone
Classroom env. requires it

Question 3

Physical considerations

Answer 3

Think about where you are positioned in relation to the student
What is preferrential seating for that particular student?
What if the movie isn’t captioned?
Do the fire alarms blink?
What are your responsibilies during a fire alarm?

Question 4

Considerations for Ed. Settings

Answer 4

Goal for mainstream ed is independence, empowerment, integration
Interp. is not an Aide.
PA need 3.5 EIPA score

Question 5

Responsibilities for Ed. Interp.

Answer 5

Communication
Vary depending on age, grade,intellectual capacity of student
Should not interfere with teachers’ authority–teaching, disciplining, referrals, parent/student meetings

Question 6

Best Practices for Ed. Interp

Answer 6

Regularly scheduled breaks and lunch period
1 paid prep period
Provided a team interp when indicated

Question 7

Request a team when:

Answer 7

Content of class is overly difficult
Instructional strategies used by instructor cannot be adequately handled alone
Classroom env. requires it

Question 8

Sub. Ed. Interp.

Answer 8

Should be provided if reg interp. is ill or off

Only during an emergency, one-time-only should a Deaf student be without a qualified

Question 9

Pay Rate and Benefits

Answer 9

Commensurate to other professionals in the bldg
May be offered by the district or IU, depending on the employer
Expect to earn and maintain your professional title. e.g., stay late for parent conferences, attend workshops, etc.

Question 10

Employment related settings may include:

Answer 10

Job interview
New Employee orientation
Training
Union or staff mtg.
Performance evals
Office events--parties, recognition ceremonies, farewell receptions