S2526-295 - Continuing Program Worker - Sign Language InterpreterComox Valley Schools - School District 71 • Courtenay, Comox Valley Regional District, CA

S2526-295 - Continuing Program Worker - Sign Language Interpreter

Comox Valley Schools - School District 71 • Courtenay, Comox Valley Regional District, CA

13 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We Invite Applications For The Position Of

Program Worker - Sign Language Interpreter - Elementary / Secondary, 27.95-28.75 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The current rate of pay is $50.00 per hour.

The primary function of the interpreter is to interpret between people who do not share a common language, such as the deaf and hard of hearing student(s) and their hearing peers, classroom teachers, parents, school staff and administration in the classroom, as well as school activities such as assemblies, field trips, teams, clubs and other educational experiences.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts is preferred.

Graduation from an ASL-English Interpreting program.

Active membership in provincial and / or national interpreter associations such as Westcoast Association of Visual Language Interpreters (WAVLI).

At least two years experience working as an interpreter.

Knowledge of the basic principles of educational practices, the function of support services, and the role of interpreters as part of an educational team.

Demonstrated commitment to professional development specific to interpreting.

Meets the physical requirements of the position.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties are performed under the supervision of the school / district Principal or Vice Principal designate, following the guidance and leadership of the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, learning support teacher and the classroom teacher(s).

Facilitate communication between the student, the hearing peers, the classroom teacher, school administration, parents and staff within the school environment by providing interpreting services based on the student's individual education plan.

Participate on the school's educational team for deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students by regularly consulting and collaborating with teachers, performing duties to support student achievement of the educational objectives, reviewing vocabulary and reinforcing specific concepts covered in class.

Provide information about cultural and linguistic differences that may impact students' performance and behaviour.

Prepare for interpreting by becoming familiar with course information, technical language and teaching styles.

Educate students regarding the interpreting role by encouraging responsibility and independence.

Educate teachers and other staff regarding the interpreting role.

Interpret test questions and students' answers when necessary and convert students’ signed answers into written English when required.

Adhere to school district performance standards, policies, practices and regulations.

Participate in interpreting‑specific professional development.

Participate in student observation, data collection and implementation of the individual education plan.

Provide information to school‑based team, itinerant staff and relevant agency personnel as requested by School / Program leaders.

Follow proper work procedures, observe all regulations pertinent to the work, maintain a good working relationship with other employees, and cooperate in maintaining a healthy learning and working environment.

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Perform student supervision as required by the Principal or Vice Principal.

Please note that district Program Worker - Sign Language Interpreter locations are subject to change.

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