CUPE 2- 25/26-06- Temporary Sign Language Interpreter
- Windsor, ON, Canada
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- Job type
- Contract
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Temporary Sign Language Interpreter
The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board is looking to hire a temporary Sign Language Interpreter for Elementary & Secondary Schools. Candidates will be required to work as needed to cover daily absences. You will also be required to work throughout Windsor and Essex County.
Duties
- Provide oral and sign language interpreting services to identified students
-Provide feedback to school administrators and the multidisciplinary team regarding student progress
-Participate in the development and implementation of the student's IEP goals in consultation with teachers, administrators, special education staff and parents/guardians
-Other duties as related to the students on caseload as determined by the Principal
Qualifications:
- Certification as a Sign Language Interpreter as recognized by the Ministry of Education and training is essential.
- Knowledge and experience as a Sign Language Interpreter are required.
- Proficiency and a demonstrated competency in American Sign Language is required.
- Ability to facilitate communication between a deaf student and hearing teachers and peers in a classroom setting.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Experience working with persons with special needs.
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Applications must be received via Apply to Education website. A resume, cover letter, and supporting documents (ie: diploma/certificate) are required. The posting is ongoing and can close at anytime.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The WECDSB adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students.
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/July 2, 2025
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Sign Language Interpreter at Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board will interpret signed and spoken communication for students in classrooms. The interpreter will also share student progress feedback and help plan IEP goals with the school team.
Requirements
Candidates need Sign Language Interpreter certification recognized by the Ministry of Education, prior interpreting experience, and demonstrated American Sign Language proficiency. Experience working with students with special needs is also required.
Skills
- American Sign Language
- Sign language interpreting
- Oral interpreting
- IEP development
- Student progress reporting
- Classroom communication facilitation
- Special education support
- Teamwork
- Interpreter certification
Categories
- Education
- Social Services
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Sign Language Interpreter
- American Sign Language
- ASL
- Interpreter
- Deaf education
- Special education
- Educational assistant
- IEP
- Classroom interpreting
- Oral interpreting
- Elementary school
- Secondary school
- Contract
- Temporary
- Windsor
- Essex County
- Teaching assistant
- Inclusive education
- Accommodation
- Student support
Languages
- American Sign Language
- English