JOB POSTING!
We seek a Deaf or Hard of Hearing candidate for a temporary part-time position. This
job is up until June 30, with the possibility of continuing in the fall.
Who are we?
Language Acquisition Support Worker (LASW) provides a program to Deaf and
Hard of Hearing K-12 students for the school year to support students with
enhanced ASL exposure and cultural and linguistic opportunities for growth. We
are creating an inclusive and supportive environment that can facilitate these
students’ academic and personal development.
What is the job?
The LASW will play a critical role in helping Deaf & Hard of Hearing K-12
students acquire and develop their language skills in ASL and gain cultural
understanding in one-on-one and small groups. In addition, the LASW will
develop resources supporting students’ language acquisition. Anita Lehman will
oversee the program and work together as a team to provide the best experience
for Deaf and Hard of Hearing K-12 students. The ideal candidate desires to learn
and grow in their skills, positively impacting youth and serving a thriving
community of students, parents, and faculty. We seek passion, purpose, and a
motivated self-starter with creative ideas.
Our vision for the role:
- Communicate professionally and appropriately with the coordinator,
assistant teachers, students and parents - Build rapport and relationship with every student
- Language Modelling
- Language coaching (supporting Deaf students with expressive ASL using
strategies to pull out language) - Resource development (Videotaping and editing ASL version of print (e.g.
children’s books), information (world knowledge, non-fiction) - Lesson plan development that is inclusive of diverse learners.
- Documentation & reporting back to the supervisors
- Advocate for students and their needs
- Maintain confidentiality
Skills Required - Native user of ASL
- Basic English (emails, texting, planning and reports, reading children’s
books and educational texts) - Ability to develop, follow, and reflect on (modify) lesson plans
- Demonstrates ability to model ASL
- Demonstrates ability to coach students in ASL expression and reception
- Demonstrates ability to change language modelling and coaching
depending on the age and knowledge of a student - Have a driver’s license and vehicle to travel to various schools.
BONUS SKILL-Ability to edit videos, add captioning and technology skills
Please note this job schedule will vary.
Posting will be up until filled.
Please send your cover letter and resume to alehman@surreyschools.ca
