Develop a plan for interpreter use when the student is absent from school. This should be discussed during the hiring process to eliminate any misconceptions regarding unforeseen scheduling needs. It may also be possible to cover such situations through in-house recruiting of staff. In many rural, mainstreamed environments, an educational interpreter can become professionally isolated. This needs to be done with sensitivity towards current collective bargaining regulations, as well as generally accepted rules of professional etiquette.
Interpreters serve as an important part of the educational team.
Depending on your contractual agreement, your staff interpreter may, or may not be able to do this.