Auslan Interpreter for Deaf Facility (NAATI)

government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine College in Victoria seeks an Auslan Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students across its West and North campuses. The role requires proficiency in Auslan, NAATI accreditation, and the ability to work within both Deaf Facility and mainstream classrooms.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and support staff, maintain professional development, and uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in interpreting. A commitment to ongoing growth is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform the role of an Auslan Interpreter as outlined in Sunshine College policy documents.
• NAATI qualifications or proficiency in AUSLAN and willingness to become NAATI accredited.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with teachers, colleagues, parents and students.
• Understanding of deafness and ability to support Deaf and HoH students’ language needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the Deaf Facility and mainstream settings.
• Commit to ongoing professional development to support Deaf and HoH students.

Responsibilities

• Support Deaf and HoH students in classroom communication.
• Collaborate with Deaf Facility and mainstream staff to plan and deliver interpreting services.
• Ensure confidentiality, boundaries and ethical decision making in interpreting roles.
• Develop healthy rapport with students and staff to facilitate successful communication in class.
• Contribute to the Deaf Facility team with additional duties as required by Sunshine College objectives.

Skills

Auslan Interpreter

NAATI accreditation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications

NAATI accreditation

Job description

Sunshine College in Victoria seeks an Auslan Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students across its West and North campuses. The role requires proficiency in Auslan, NAATI accreditation, and the ability to work within both Deaf Facility and mainstream classrooms.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and support staff, maintain professional development, and uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in interpreting. A commitment to ongoing growth is essential.