ASL Interpreter at Loyalist College

About Loyalist

Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities.

Position Summary

Provides interpreting services between ASL and English for students (both Deaf and hearing), teachers, staff and other professionals at Loyalist College, the community, college events or placement agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support eligible students in the learning environment (classroom, lab, placement, etc.)
• Facilitate student participation in and access to College services
• Provide college community with interpretation for workshops upon request
• Prepare for interpreting assignments by studying assignment related resources, networking with related professionals and establishing linguistically appropriate communication strategies
• Consults with students, teachers and staff around the appropriate use of an interpreter; to assess and arrange interpreting environments for successful communication dynamics
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of a 4 year post secondary education program or 3-year degree in ASL Interpreter Training Program with specialized, professional qualifications, or equivalency
• 5 Years of professional experience
• Experience interpreting in post-secondary environment
• Intermediate to advanced skill in computers including meeting software e.g. Zoom and MS Teams
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and community impacts, issues and trends.
• Knowledge of interpreting community best practices, trends and language skill set.
• Working knowledge of AVLIC policies and guidelines
• OIS Registration
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision; solid problem-solving skills. Demonstrated communication, collaboration, interpersonal and teamwork skills at a professional level
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity and equity.

Please note

Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org/ca evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials.

Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to [email protected].

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.