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Sign Language InterpreterNew!

Category

Teaching

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nakaseke, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

12/2/2026
28 days left

Employer / Company

Nakaseke District Local Government logo
Nakaseke District Local Government
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Description (Public)

The Sign Language Interpreter provides interpretation between spoken language and sign language in district education settings, so that learners and staff with hearing impairments can participate fully in lessons and school activities.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Interpret lessons, assemblies and school activities between spoken language and sign language.
  • Support deaf learners to follow the curriculum and communicate with teachers and peers.
  • Interpret at meetings, workshops and district education activities as assigned.
  • Advise teachers on communication strategies and inclusive classroom practice.
  • Support assessment accommodations for learners with hearing impairment.
  • Keep records of interpretation assignments and learner support provided.
  • Safeguard confidentiality in all interpreting assignments.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Certificate or diploma in Sign Language Interpretation or special needs education from a recognised institution.
  • Proficiency in Ugandan Sign Language.
  • Experience interpreting in education or public service settings is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of inclusive education principles.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Fluency in Ugandan Sign Language and English.
  • Accuracy and impartiality in interpretation.
  • Patience and empathy with learners.
  • Confidentiality.
  • Teamwork with teachers and school leadership.

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