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The OCSB is currently seeking Casual American Sign Language Interpreters. The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our .
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the school principal, the Interpreter is responsible for:

• providing interpreting and other support services to deaf and/or hard of hearing students;
• facilitates communication among deaf and/or hard of hearing students and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher and other personnel in the school system;
• offers tutoring and/or note taking services to deaf and/or hard of hearing students when necessary;
• participates in team meetings and assists the classroom teacher in fostering positive attitudes toward deafness;
• and performs other duties, as assigned by the Supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Secondary school diploma;
• a three year Community college diploma in sign language interpreting;
• 1.5 years of related experience;
• excellent communication skills;
• the ability to establish a rapport and work with individuals on a one-to-one basis;
• initiative and commitment;
• and the ability to work as a team member.
• Individuals who possess an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

• providing interpreting and other support services to deaf and/or hard of hearing students;
• facilitates communication among deaf and/or hard of hearing students and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher and other personnel in the school system;
• offers tutoring and/or note taking services to deaf and/or hard of hearing students when necessary;
• participates in team meetings and assists the classroom teacher in fostering positive attitudes toward deafness;
• and performs other duties, as assigned by the Supervisor