American Sign Language Learning Assistant

Cochrane Christian Academy Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the yxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Mtis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (30 hrs/wk) American Sign Language Learning Assistant position starting immediately at Cochrane Christian Academy. This position will require a Level III Signing Certification to meet the needs of the student they are assisting.

The Learning Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, school, and community settings throughout Rocky View Schools (RVS). Reporting to the Principal, the Learning Assistant collaborates with teachers to adapt and implement programs for students with complex needs, with a focus on promoting their health, learning, and independence.

Cochrane Christian Academy is located in the Town of Cochrane, and serves students from grades K-8. Information regarding this school may be found at https://cca.rockyview.ab.ca/.

The Christian Program is an alternative program offered by RVS. The program focuses on integrating the Christian faith and a Biblical world-view in a public school setting. Cochrane Christian Academy is a community where people and relationships matter, where identity and culture is clearly defined by their Christian faith, and where an excellent learning community is provided for their students.

Responsibilities Include Under the direction of a teacher, assists students individually by facilitating communication between the student, their hearing peers, the classroom teacher, school administration, parents and staff within the school environment by providing interpreting services based on the communication as specified in the student's individual education plan

Prepare for interpreting by becoming familiar with course information and technical language

Maintain an active membership with the provincial and the national interpreting organizations and abide by the AVLIC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduct

Reinforces strategies as directed by the teacher(s) and identified in Personalized Learning Plan (PLP), Individualized Program Plans (IPP), Behaviour Support Plans (BSP), safety plans, and medical plans, in programming for the diverse needs of the students

Implements behaviour management strategies for students as needed

Contributes to the achievement of students' educational goals and objectives by working with the teacher to create a positive, safe, and optimal learning environmentEducation/Experience Graduate from a recognized ASL-English interpreting program

Educational Assistant Certificate or a certificate from a related field

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Understanding of language implications on the education of deaf and hard of hearing students and competency in adapting to various signing styles along the communication continuum

Experience working or interacting with d/Deaf and hard of hearing persons, especially children

Knowledge of the basic principles of educational practices, the function of support services, and the role of interpreters as part of an educational team

Minimum one (1) year experience of interpreting experience preferredKnowledge and Skills Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in

a timely manner

Demonstrated ability to carry out the plans and directions of teaching staff to assist students

Ability to build and maintain rapport with students and staff

Ability to adapt to dynamic situations, while successfully managing a high level of stress

Ability to work effectively in collaborative team settings

Excellent multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills

Working knowledge of child development

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applicationsRocky View Schools Benefits 6% vacation pay

Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness and Health Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Professional development and training opportunities

Free Parking

Pre-employment Requirements The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment

Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position

Open to: Internal and External applicants

Salary Range: $22.19-$26.52 hourly rate (effective Dec.2/24 this position will move to Group C - $23.87 - $29.00 hourly rate).

An additional allowance shall be paid per bi-weekly pay period, provided you meet the Level III signing qualifications.

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through https://rockyview.simplication.com.

Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Quote Job Code: #3862759

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

https://www.rockyview.ab.ca/careers/current_opportunities

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants

may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure

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contacting you.