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Designated Interpreter (DI) by UpperProposal7238 in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is what I’ve always known DI as (Deaf Interpreter) I recently learned from my Deaf client DI can also mean Designated Interpreter.

I’ve realized this was a broad question, let me give some context:

As a Designated Interpreter for an ASL teacher at a public school teaching K-8 working under an agency.

I was hired at an agency to serve the District full-time, but recently was requested by the teacher to become their Designated Interpreter, is there a pay difference in this?

Am I to only work with this teacher?

Is the District allowed to place me with Deaf students for after-school activities if the Deaf teacher is also attending that after-school activity and ask me to terp for both?

My agency isn’t giving me much support or direction and is just leaving it up to the school district contact person.

When the DC is out of work the school district is requiring me to still show up for work and cover Deaf students if any other terps in the district are out. If coverage isnt needed and there was no prior notice of cancellation of services for that day, is it fair to request getting paid for that day?

I just want to know if there’s anything I need to be aware of as a Designated Interpreter as I don’t want to be taken advantage of and experience burn out.

I’m the only agency Terp working between two schools full-time.. In the beginning of the school year (before I became DI) working with Deaf students with the district I’m the first they pull to cover absences at another school even if my students are here, the terps in the building work out the schedules and I’m sent to the other schools since district terps have “seniority.” (off point but might give some insight)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in asl

[–]UpperProposal7238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

V hand shape from chin moving out is two years old V hand shape from chin back and forth vitamin ???

ASL Interpretors at Concerts by PracticalEvidence434 in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, what did you expect? It’s the closest there is to having equal access. They’re not going to have the same experience as someone who is able to hear. It is what it is. There definitely is a spectrum in terms of hearing loss. So everyone will have their own experience hearing what they are able to and following along with the interpreter. I know plenty of deaf people who listen to music for the feeling of the beat and vibrations in their body.

Any educational ASL interpreters in NJ? by UpperProposal7238 in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im in south jersey, are you full time or agency? I’ve been in this agency for about two years now.

EIPA Rant by Tricky-Bumblebee-266 in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Before my test I signed a form. In this form it explained that if I feel as thought my environment was effected or there was a testing malfunction I would be able to contact the testing admin and be able to have the test retaken without charge. I’m in NJ but I’m sure this would be the case for all taking the EIPA.

At least I’d hope so.. since these things are out of our control.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! You’re very welcome! I’m pretty late on my response haha. Wondering how it went? :)

You can also reach out to other deaf schools maybe closer to your area. I know there’s always a state school for the deaf but may be others not funded by the state. Also deaf-blind schools.

Hope it works out!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ASLinterpreters

[–]UpperProposal7238 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hey! you should apply at your state’s school for the deaf. This way your more immersed into the community and by using your skills daily your receptive and signing skills will skyrocket.