[Hiring] Educational Interpreter @Apsea

Role Description

The Educational Interpreter (EI) provides interpreting support to learners who are Deaf, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) in the classroom. They also provide interpreting services for the classroom teacher, Education Support Teachers (EST’s), and school support staff.

• Provides a culturally and linguistically equivalent message in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English for all classroom participants.
• Supports the learner while they navigate a virtual learning environment.
• Acts as a cultural mediator while acknowledging the differences between the unique cultures of home and classroom.
• Works alongside the Supervisor of Educational Interpreting Services, Education Support Teacher - DHH, Education Support Specialist (ESS) - ASL, and ESS - Mentor.

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 - university or college studies in Deaf education, child development, or special education would be an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years of interpreting in the community, post-secondary, or video relay services environment(s).
• Comfortable working in a virtual learning environment.
• Experience working with children and youth.
• Professional certification from: CASLI, The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), Canadian Government’s Translation Bureau and/or other interpreter screenings are desirable.
• Ability to obtain a minimum of 3.5 on the first and fourth categories of the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA).
• Knowledge of child and language development.
• Experience with cross-cultural communication.
• Knowledgeable of the basic principles of educational practices, the function of support services, and the role of interpreters as part of an educational team.
• Fluency in English (written, spoken & sign), and ASL (American Sign Language).
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills in working with students and colleagues; experience in working or interacting with Deaf and/or hard of hearing persons.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Is collaborative when working within a team.

Requirements

• Early Childhood Education training (would be a plus).
• Experience as an interpreter in an educational setting (would be a plus).

Benefits

• Access to a pension plan.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Professional learning opportunities to keep you at the top of your game.
• A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and embraced.