American Sign Language (ASL) - English Interpreter
About This Role
Apply By: April 8, 2026, 11:59 pm EST
American Sign Language (ASL) - English Interpreter
Job ID: 243074
Posting status: Open
Organization: Ministry of Education
Division: Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch
City: Belleville
Language of Position(s): English
Job Term: 1 Temporary Seasonal position (September to June recurring)
Job Code: 02794 - Translator 3
Salary: $1,569.09 - $1,964.16 Per week*
*Salary as outlined in the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
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Competition # PDSB26-038
The Ministry of Education, located at Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf in Belleville, part of the Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch, is in search of ASL-English Interpreters to provide interpreting services within educational and resource programs for students and staff who may have differing languages or cultural backgrounds.
About the job
What will your responsibilities include?
• Deliver interpreting services for Deaf students and staff across various settings.
• Provide interpreting support for administrative and professional personnel in sensitive or challenging circumstances.
• Assist with interpreting during training sessions and workshops.
What qualifications should you possess?
Mandatory requirements
• A Degree or Diploma in ASL-English Interpreting
• Proficiency in both American Sign Language and English
Knowledge and Skills: Your experience prepares you to meet the following criteria:
• Ability to interpret in a wide range of formal, informal, educational, and professional contexts.
• Understanding of the Professional Code of Ethics established by the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI).
• Advanced fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and a strong understanding of Deaf culture.
• Proven capability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience interpreting for both small and large groups.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are passionate about this opportunity and meet most of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that it is uncommon for any one candidate to fulfill every requirement, and you may be just the right fit!
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Additional information
Address: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 10 months, 350 Dundas St W, Belleville, East Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
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Schedule: 3.7
Category: Education and Training
Posted on: Friday, March 23, 2026
Note: Regarding security checks: A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. Each case will be assessed based on the responsibilities of the role. If a check is necessary and you have lived outside Canada for six months or longer within the last five years, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you will need an out-of-country police clearance certificate from your country of residence. Employment screening checks are conducted and reviewed solely by the Transition and Security Office, ensuring confidentiality.
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Send applications to: PSBjobs@ontario.ca, including Competition # PDSB26-038 in your submission. All external candidates (including former Ontario Public Service employees) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose any previous employment with the Ontario Public Service in either their cover letter or resume. This disclosure should include positions held, employment dates, and any active restrictions regarding re-employment within the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions may entail specific timeframes or ministry-specific limitations that could prevent a former employee from being offered a position within the Ontario Public Service. Details surrounding an employee's departure will be considered prior to extending an offer of employment.
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Remember: The deadline for applications is Tuesday, April 8, 2026, at 11:59 pm EDT. Late submissions will not be accepted. We appreciate your interest. Only candidates selected for further evaluation or interviews will be contacted. The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with Ontario's Human Rights Code.