Casual Access Notetaker 2022/2023 - Aurora, Canada - Toronto Catholic District School Board

Toronto Catholic District School Board

Verified Company

Aurora, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position:
Casual Access Notetaker

Work Location:
Various locations

Salary:
$ $30.48

Application Deadline:
June 30, 2023

Thank you for your interest in the Casual Access Notetaker position with the York Region District School Board.

This position is responsible for providing access through text interpretation for deaf/hard of hearing students to ensure they receive the oral communication and auditory information exchanged between students, teachers, support staff, parents and others involved in educational programs and the school community in compliance with Board policies and procedures.

Please Note:

You may also be considered for temporary and/or permanent opportunities as they arise throughout the year.

Casual Positions:

On call, as-needed basis to cover absences of permanent employees ranging from daily occurrences up to 30 consecutive working days.

Temporary Positions:
This is a position that is available for a period in excess of 30 consecutive working days to replace a permanent employee who is absent on an approved leave of absence (e.g. pregnancy, parental, educational or medical leave).

Permanent Positions:
These are full-time positions (35 hours per week).

Major Responsibilities**:

To provide real time print transcription of spoken language by providing a representation of the content and intent of what is spoken in the classroom to the deaf/hard of hearing student.
To edit and review transcribed notes for student use.
To provide the above notetaking services in a variety of settings, first and foremost facilitating the integration of deaf/hard of hearing students with their peers in regular classes.
To research topics and prepare in advance for curriculum content and terminology in regular classrooms and other educational settings.
To liaise between the teacher of the deaf and regular teachers regarding any issues arising in regular classes which may impact on student progress (i.e. student skill development, behaviour, peer interactions, etc.).
To work as an active member of the school team to ensure the safety and success of all students.
To attend meetings as required.
To attend professional development sessions/training as required.
To perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

Secondary School Graduation Diploma with two years of postsecondary education is required.
Minimum one year related experience is required.
Experience in communicating with deaf/hard of hearing individuals is required.
Excellent grammar and typing skills are required.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and current Board approved/implemented software is required.
Proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required.

**Additional Information: - Employees are expected to work at least 30 days within the current school year to remain on the casual list. Please note that hours of operation in our schools could start as early as 7:30 a.m. and end as late as 4:30 p.m. The Board highly recommends that employees accept as many shifts as possible throughout the year to encourage advancement within the Board.

For your information, a list of
YRDSB Schools is provided.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities.

We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments.

We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community.

Therefore, in pursuit of the Board's values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board's priorities, goals and principles outlined in the
Director's Action Plan.

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy);
South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, Latino/Hispanic (in alignment with YRDSB Workforce Census to address disproportionalities identified).

- members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
- persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
- persons who identify as women; and
- persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that