Position: Braillist

Work Location: Various locations 

Salary:  $29.18 - $30.48

Application Deadline: June 30 ,2022

Thank you for your interest in a Braillist with The York Region District School Board. We require staff who will be responsible for the transcription of curriculum materials or adaptation of materials for students with visual impairments under the guidance of the Teacher of the Visually Impaired and in cooperation with the classroom teacher 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 edit scanned material and convert into braille, large print, and auditory formats. 
• To set up appropriate braille formatting of material and proof-read braille output.
• To transcribe classroom curriculum materials into Braille, large print and auditory formats for students.
• To convert classroom teacher-generated materials/handouts/worksheets, into Braille. 
• To transcribe commercially prepared and/or students’ braille materials into print for teachers. 
• To assist students with personal and medical care in accordance with current Board Policy and Procedure #662.0 which may include administration of medication, feeding, dressing, toileting, hygiene, lifting and positioning and assistance with mobility. 
• To reinforce braille reading and writing skills taught to students by the Teacher of the Visually Impaired. 
• To assist in the preparation of learning materials necessary for students using Braille, large print, digital and/or auditory formats. 
• To reinforce orientation and mobility skills as outlined by the Teacher of the Visually Imp   
• To participate and attend meetings, including the development and review of progress on the student’s Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) and deliver interventions or strategies as set out in the I.E.P. as established by the Teacher of the Visually Impaired. 
• To work as an active member of the school team to ensure the safety and success of all students. 
• To liaise between the Teacher of the Visually Impaired and classroom teachers regarding any issues arising in regular classes which may impact on student progress (i.e. student skill development, behaviour, peer interactions, etc.). 
• To assist in writing daily anecdotal reports, record and help with on-going reporting of student’s programs, and act as a resource person for parent/teacher interviews. 
• To maintain confidentiality of personal information that is transcribed into braille for parent or student use. 
• To assist with the general supervision of students and assist students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, excursions, bus, taxi arrivals and departures, work placements and other situations as required. 
• To attend professional development/training sessions as required. 
• To perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications: 

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma with a two-year post-secondary certificate in Literary Braille Transcription is required. 
• Minimum one year related experience is 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.
• In the application process, you will be prompted to provide at least three (3) professional, supervisory references (including full name, position title, work location/organization, and email address) in the job posting screening section of the online application. We do not contact references prior to practicum/interview. 
• 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 our students and our 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 our 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.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• 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 each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize our duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion.  Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process.  When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc.  We will provide accommodations during the hiring process.  If an accommodation is required, please inform the Recruitment and Retention Team in advance of any part of the process.  All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a current original Police Vulnerable Sector Check from the police jurisdiction in which they reside prior to commencing employment with the Board. Police Vulnerable Sector Check documents are only valid if issued within the last six months. Candidates are not advised to obtain this document prior to an offer of employment.

On-line applications are collected centrally at the Education Centre - Aurora and are monitored by Human Resource Services. Only candidates selected to participate in our selection process will be contacted. All other applicants are thanked for their interest.