CUPE 2268 JOB ID 4310 - TEMPORARY
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Braille Interpreter
JOB LOCATION: Various Locations
DATE SUBMITTED TO SCHOOLS: August 4, 2026
JOB SUMMARY: An itinerant position supporting students with Blind or Visual Impairment within Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. Under the supervision of the teacher on assignment (who supports students with visual impairments), duties will include: instruction of Braille Literacy to students with a visual impairment, onsite preparation of materials in braille (transcribing), service to students with visual impairments who access curriculum through use of assistive technology, supporting the implementation of the specific skills included in the Expanded Core Curriculum including Orientation and Mobility, and internal PD and training with assistive technology as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preference will be extended to applicants who possess or are in progress of completing Unified English Braille (UEB) Certification to comply with Braille Literacy Canada Standards
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience working with students with visual impairments
- Experience with the braille code and UEB Math would be considered an asset
- Commitment to the ideals and principles of Catholic education
- Professional studies and training beyond Grade 12 is required
- Technological aptitude and competency considered an asset with varying platforms, devices and software (IOS, Microsoft accessibility features, Splashtop, Zoomtext, Jaws) to provide appropriate support to developed student programs
- Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and take direction
- Good communication skills
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- As per Collective Agreement.
- 6.0 hrs/day
- To begin August 31, 2026 (and continue to June 29, 2027 (if an elementary assignment) or June 30, 2027 (if a high school assignment), or the return of the incumbent, if earlier)
- Salary range - $25.60- $30.25 per hour
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications SHOULD BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., August 11, 2026.
Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our school division. Applications are encouraged from First Nations, Mtis and Inuit candidates.
Candidates seeking this position must complete the on-line application process http://www.applitrack.com/gscs/onlineapp/.