1. INTRODUCTION

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is seeking the services of a qualified third-party contractor to provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services to support a Deaf or hard-of-hearing student at Bedford Public School, Stratford, ON. This role is essential in ensuring equitable access to education and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

5. PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS

Applicants must submit a written proposal including the following sections:

4. Required Qualifications, Experiences and Skills

• Minimum three (3) year College Diploma in ASL-English Interpreting; a University Degree is an asset;
• Active membership in good standing with the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI) is an asset;
• Verification of ASL proficiency may be requested through an assessment administered by a qualified independent assessor.
• Demonstrated expressive and receptive ASL skills
• Demonstrated expressive and receptive spoken and written English skills
• Experience working as an interpreter with school-aged children
• Knowledge of the basic principles of educational practices, the function of support services, and the role of interpreters as part of the students’ educational team
• Demonstrated ability to promote equitable and inclusive education for all students, and advocate for equity-deserving groups
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to the CASLI Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduc

• Provide additional services as reasonably requested by the System Principal of Learning Services, in alignment with the scope of the contract.

1. Required Qualifications, Experiences and Skills

• Minimum three (3) year College Diploma in ASL-English Interpreting; a University Degree is an asset;
• Active membership in good standing with the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI) is an asset;
• Verification of ASL proficiency may be requested through an assessment administered by a qualified independent assessor.
• Demonstrated expressive and receptive ASL skills
• Demonstrated expressive and receptive spoken and written English skills
• Experience working as an interpreter with school-aged children
• Knowledge of the basic principles of educational practices, the function of support services, and the role of interpreters as part of the students’ educational team
• Demonstrated ability to promote equitable and inclusive education for all students, and advocate for equity-deserving groups
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to the CASLI Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduct