Posted 6 days ago
Sign Language Interpreter
@ School District #23 (Central Okanagan)
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
Central Okanagan Public Schools is hiring a part-time Sign Language Interpreter to work in a team that interprets in American Sign Language, tutors students, adapts materials and supports IEP teams. The posting states a rate of $48.00 per hour, 27.5 hours per week, and a benefits plan with a pension.
Pay:
$48 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate language expression and comprehension in American Sign Language
- Tutor students
- Adapt teaching materials
- Compile and update student records
- Monitor student behaviour
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 completion
- Graduate of an accredited interpreter training program
- At least six months working with Deaf students with language delays
- Interpreting experience in an educational setting an asset
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Collaborative work on the IEP team
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Hours per week | 27.5 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English, American Sign Language |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan |
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School District #23 (Central Okanagan)
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Public School District in the Central Okanagan region of British Columbia
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- 1040 Hollywood Rd S, Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 4N2, CA
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- School District 23: Central Okanagan
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Public School District in the Central Okanagan region of British Columbia
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Education Administration Programs |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 36 |
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It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
Come be a part educational excellence where you can progress your career, take advantage of a robust benefit plan, contribute in a defined pension plan and participate in a wide range of continuous learning opportunities. We offer flexible hours and ample time off including summer and winter/spring breaks.
These positions will work in a team environment to facilitate language expression and comprehension using American Sign Language, tutor students, adapt teaching materials, compile and update student records, and monitor student behaviour.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of Grade 12
- Graduate of an accredited interpreter training program
- Previous experience interpreting in an educational setting an asset
- At least six (6) months experience working with Deaf students with language delays
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Willing to work collaboratively as a member of the IEP (Individual Education Program) team
- Consideration will be given to candidates who are also fluent in ASL-French language interpreting
These casual and/or 10-month permanent positions (27.5hrs / week) offer a wage rate of $48.00 per hour as well as a comprehensive benefits plan, including extended health and dental care, and participation in Municipal Pension Plan.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the District's Health & Safety training and consent to a Criminal Record Check.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply complete with cover letter, resume, three (3) professional references, copy of accredited interpreter training program certificate and copy of Grade 12 diploma (or transcripts)
A rewarding career with Okanagan Public Schools is within your reach we want to hear from you!
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