Sign Language Interpreter

Toronto District School Board; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Toronto District School Board is seeking a skilled Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication between Deaf or hard-of-hearing students and hearing staff and students. You will work with teachers of the Deaf and hearing in all subject areas to provide equal access to information using ASL.

In this role, you will translate between spoken language and ASL, interpret in diverse school settings, and support the inclusion of Deaf/Hard of Hearing students within regular classrooms.

Qualifications

• Three year Community College Diploma (English ASL Diploma) plus two years’ experience in educational settings.
• Fluent use of ASL or English Based Signing (e.g. PSE) with students of varying abilities.
• Use of appropriate vocabulary in both ASL and English.
• Clear vocalization and articulation of messages in spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Translate spoken language to sign language and sign language to spoken language between hearing and Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
• Interpret in assemblies, meetings, field trips, parent/teacher interviews and similar settings.
• Facilitate integration of Deaf/Hard of Hearing students with peers in regular classes.
• Liaise with teachers regarding issues impacting student progress.
• Work as active member of the school team to ensure safety and success of all students.
• Attend meetings as part of the educational team and review student progress.

Skills

ASL fluency

Signing vocabulary

Interpreting between hearing and Deaf

Cultural knowledge

English speech clarity

Education

Three-year Community College Diploma (English ASL Diploma)

Job description

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all diverse students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff. Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

Job Description

The Sign Language Interpreter is responsible for facilitating communication between Deaf or hard of hearing and hearing people. Working in partnership with teachers of Deaf and hearing in all subject areas for the purpose of providing equal accessibility to information using ASL (American Sign Language).

Overall Purpose

The Sign Language Interpreter is responsible for facilitating communication between Deaf or hard of hearing and hearing people. Working in partnership with teachers of Deaf and hearing in all subject areas for the purpose of providing equal accessibility to information using ASL (American Sign Language).

Summary of Duties

The Sign Language Interpreter is responsible for facilitating communication between Deaf or hard of hearing and hearing people. Working in partnership with teachers of Deaf and hearing in all subject areas for the purpose of providing equal accessibility to information using ASL (American Sign Language).

• Translate spoken language to sign language and sign language to spoken language between people who are hearing and people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing;
• Interpret in a variety of school settings including assemblies, meetings, field trips, parent/teacher interviews, etc
• Facilitate the integration of students who are Deaf/Hard of hearing with their peers in regular classes
• Liaise between the teacher of the deaf and regular teachers regarding any issues arising in regular classes which may impact student progress
• Work as an active member of the school team to ensure the safety and success of all students
• Participate in meetings as a member of the educational team, including reviewing the progress of students, as required
• Adapt, accommodate, modify and supplement curriculum as specified by the school team
• Assist deaf/ hard of hearing students with notetaking in mainstreamed classes
• Support and participate in activities to raise awareness of and educating students, staff and the school community about Deaf Culture
• Prepare classroom materials and content to support student learning as needed
• Provide interpreting services for training sessions, workshops, special events etc as required
• Attend and participate in professional development and training sessions as required; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Three year Community College Diploma (English ASL Diploma) plus two years’ experience working with Deaf persons of all ages in an educational setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Fluent use of ASL or English Based Signing (e.g. PSE) with students with a wide range of academic abilities

Use of appropriate vocabulary in both ASL and English

Vocalize accurately using appropriate English speech and intention of message as conveyed in the sign message and fingerspell with clarity

High level of facilitating between hearing and deaf persons

Strong knowledge of Deaf/hard of hearing culture

Additional Information

Rate of Pay:

$40.95 per hour

3.8% statutory holiday pay and 4% vacation pay are added to these rates

Schedule:

Up to 6 hours per day between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm (based on operational requirements)

To support our students and to continue on our roster, replacement staff are required to work a minimum of 60 days during the school year.