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addressAddressCourtenay, BC
type Form of workContract , Casual job
salary SalaryTo be discussed
CategorySocial Care

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 - Interpreter - Elementary, 27.95 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

The current rate of pay is $32.96 per hour plus 16.3% in lieu of benefits (equivalent to $38.33 per hour).

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts is preferred; a combination of a diploma in Sign Language Interpretation and other course work in ASL-English and Interpreting will be considered; 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; experience working with school-aged population is preferred; proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) to provide message equivalent interpretations; willingness to work in an inclusionary setting supporting differentiated instruction with adapted and modified curriculum; ability to deal effectively with staff and students; 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 and the Director of Inclusive Education or designate; follows the guidance and leadership of the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, learning support teacher and the classroom teacher(s); maintains familiarization with instructional vocabulary and concepts in preparation for classroom interpreting; provides interpreting for deaf and hard of hearing students, classmates and educational staff; provides tutorial assistance to deaf and hard of hearing students when required and to other students when available; carries out personal and health care routines as directed; provides interpreting for extra-curricular activities and parent meetings as required; participates in student observation, data collection and implementation of the individual education plan; provides information to school based team, itinerant staff and relevant agency personnel as requested by School/Program leaders; follows proper work procedures, observes all regulations pertinent to the work, maintains a good working relationship with other employees, and cooperates in maintaining a healthy learning and working environment; performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor; student supervision as required by the Principal or Vice Principal.

To Apply:

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: hr@sd71.bc.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references through www.makeafuture.ca/comox-valley. Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Refer code: 2208715. Applytoeducation - The previous day - 2024-04-07 14:50

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