School-Based ASL-English Interpreter (6 hrs)

Evergreen School Division; Arborg; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen School Division invites applications for a temporary American Sign Language – English Interpreter at Arborg Early Middle School, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (6 hours/day), effective September 2, 2025 and expected to continue through June 30, 2026.

The interpreter will sign all spoken messages and voice signed messages, support the Student Services Team, and facilitate communication between the DHH student, teachers and peers in an inclusive classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ASL-English Interpreting program.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and ability to match student communication needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently under teacher direction and assist in program delivery.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Use ASL to sign all spoken messages and voice all signed messages in class.
• Transmit student questions or replies to teachers as necessary.
• Encourage direct communication between teacher and student while facilitating interaction.
• Assist student with written answers or interpretation of signed answers, as directed by the teacher.
• Support implementation of goals from Student Specific Plans.
• Understand subject matter to accurately translate spoken content into sign language.
• Clarify and explain nuances of speech to the DHH student under teacher supervision.
• Accept additional duties when not interpreting, including staff information sharing and participating in team meetings.
• Attend to duties across settings including extracurricular activities and field trips.
• Prepare for each class by reviewing teaching materials relevant to the subject.
• Discuss ways to increase interaction between the DHH student and peers.
• Encourage independence and effective use of interpreter use with peers.

Skills

ASL Fluency

Communication with students

First Aid/CPR

Independence at work

Interpreting proficiency

Education

ASL-English Interpreting program graduate

Job description

Evergreen School Division invites applications for a temporary American Sign Language – English Interpreter at Arborg Early Middle School, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (6 hours/day), effective September 2, 2025 and expected to continue through June 30, 2026.

The interpreter will sign all spoken messages and voice signed messages, support the Student Services Team, and facilitate communication between the DHH student, teachers and peers in an inclusive classroom setting.