DISTRICT SCHOOL

BOARD OF NIAGARA

INVITES

APPLICATIONS FOR:

Interpreter for

Deaf-Hard of Hearing

Anticipated to commence ASAP

The DSBN is a supportive, innovative community that

works towards doing what’s best for kids, and helps every student achieve

success. Whether you’re in the classroom, on the playing fields, in the office

or in the cafeteria, we know it’s the dedicated staff who bring our mission to

life – you are what creates a child’s school experience, and contribute to

students reaching their full potential.

We proudly serve over 40,000 students across almost 100

elementary and secondary schools in Niagara, located between Lake Erie in the

South and Lake Ontario to the North.

POSITION: One (1) Full-time Permanent Interpreter for

Deaf-Hard of Hearing

LOCATION: DSBN Elementary & Secondary

Schools in the Niagara Region

RATE OF PAY: $47,689.79 - $55,110.50

SCHEDULE: 35 hours

per week (10-month position)

Position Summary:

The Interpreter provides American Sign Language (ASL) and/or

other sign language interpretation services to facilitate effective

communication between Deaf or Hard of Hearing students, parents, and

educational staff within the school environment. The Interpreter also supports

educational teams by contributing insights on communication strategies and

participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) development and review.

Flexibility and professionalism are key, as the interpreter may be called upon

to assist in various settings and situations as needs arise.

The functions of this position could include (but are not

limited to):

- - Interpreting

in the classroom and assemblies for students

- - Interpreting

for Deaf and Hard of Hearing parents when those parents need to

communicate with educational or special services staff

- - Preparation

for classroom interpreting (i.e. familiarization with vocabulary and

concepts

- - Participating

in educational team meetings, including the development and review of

progress on the Individual Educational Plan

- - Providing

insight on the success of communication strategies

- - Providing

interpreting for extra-curricular activities

- - Providing

interpreting for other needs that may arise.

Qualification:

- - Graduated or currently enrolled in a recognized interpreter training program (ITP);
- Active membership in the provincial and national interpreting associations;
- - Fluency

in English and American Sign Language (ASL);

- - Knowledge





of the CASLI Code of Ethics;

- - Knowledge

and understanding of Deaf culture.

What we offer:

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to an OMERS Pension paving the way for long-term financial security. This is a 10-month full time position (35 hours per week) and is part of CUPE-OCTIS Union Group. The role offers a comprehensive benefits plan through a provincial trust plan (extended health, dental, life insurance, AD&D;). The DSBN provides opportunities for long-term placements that could lead to full-time permanent employment. This means you can build a rewarding and stable career within the organization. Benefit from the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through professional development opportunities offered at the DSBN.

Application Process:

- - All

applications are accepted through ApplyToEducation

- - Applications

packages should include:

- - - Cover

Letter

- - Resume
- - Three

(3) professional references.

Selection Process:

- - We

thank all the candidates for their interest, however, only those selected

for an interview will be contacted.

The District School Board of Niagara is committed to equity

and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of its employees, who reflect the

diversity of our community and students we serve. We encourage and

welcome submissions from candidates from diverse backgrounds to build a

supportive and inclusive workplace. DSBN welcomes applications from: Indigenous

peoples, members of visible minorities, women, persons with visible and

non-visible disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender

identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage

with diverse communities. The DSBN is committed to Achieving Success Together

and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its workforce supports this

objective.

DSBN will make interview and employment accommodations

during the selection process, based on any of the human rights protected

grounds. Please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet

your needs.



Applicants are thanked for making known their interest in

working for the District School Board of Niagara. We encourage

applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under

consideration will be contacted.

Conditions of Employment:

- - Upon

hire, provide a Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

(dated within six months);

- - Agreement

to comply with the Board’s policies, procedures and

code of conduct;

- - Complete

an annual offence declaration process.

Reason for posting: New position.

Additional Information:

In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of

Information and Protection of Privacy Act, this is to advise that the

information you provide on this form is collected under legal authority of the

Education Act, and will be used as necessary for the recruitment, selection and

employment purposes of the Board.

The DSBN is committed to equity for all students and staff,

and to deliver quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects

the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide

reasonable accommodations in the hiring process to support applicants with

disabilities.

Personal information on this form is

collected, used and disclosed in accordance with the

Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.E.2, as amended and the Municipal Freedom of

Information and Protection of Privacy Act. R.S.O 1990, c.M. 56,

as amended and will be used for the purpose of determining

eligibility of the above-noted position and any similar or related purpose(s).

Questions about this collection, use and disclosure should be directed to the

Freedom of Information Coordinator, District School Board of Niagara, 191

Carleton Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7P4 (phone hidden).

DSBN does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI)

in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.

Land Acknowledgement:

The land on which we gather is the traditional territory of

the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of

whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the

land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this

gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples

acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living

is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous

people.

📌 Interpreter for Deaf-Hard of Hearing - Full-time/Permanent (Canada)
🏢 District School Board of Niagara
📍 Canada