In-Person Educational Interpreter (ASL/English)

APSEA; Town of Middleton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Professional learning opportunities

Supportive inclusive culture

Job summary

APSEA invites applications for the Educational Interpreter role to support Deaf and hard of hearing learners across Atlantic Canada. The EI will provide sign language and spoken language interpretation in classrooms, collaborating with teachers and support staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Graduates of Interpreter Training are required, with preference for additional Deaf education study. A minimum of three years’ interpreting experience and ASL/English fluency are essential,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Interpreter Training Program at a college or post-secondary level is required.
• A post-secondary degree in any field is preferred; studies in Deaf education or related fields would be an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years of interpreting in the community, post-secondary, or video relay services environments.
• Experience working with children and youth.
• Professional certification from CASLI, RID, Translation Bureau or other interpreter screenings are desirable.
• Ability to obtain a minimum of 3.5 on EIPA in two categories.
• Fluency in English and ASL (signed); strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of child development and educational practices; cross-cultural communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; comfortable with virtual learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting support to learners who are Deaf or hard of hearing in classroom settings.
• Interpret for classroom teachers and support staff as needed.
• Collaborate with school staff and education teams to support inclusive education.
• Navigate cross-cultural contexts and support learners in a hearing learning environment.
• Work in a virtual learning environment and adapt to technology-enabled instruction.

Skills

Interpreting experience

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Cross-cultural communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Interpreter Training Program graduate

Post-secondary degree preferred

Job description

APSEA invites applications for the Educational Interpreter role to support Deaf and hard of hearing learners across Atlantic Canada. The EI will provide sign language and spoken language interpretation in classrooms, collaborating with teachers and support staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Graduates of Interpreter Training are required, with preference for additional Deaf education study. A minimum of three years’ interpreting experience and ASL/English fluency are essential,