American Sign Language Specialist

American Sign Language Specialist

Professional Exempt

The Burnaby School District is on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish Nations. The District operates 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, employing approximately 4,500 dedicated employees.

We seek an experienced ASL Specialist to work under the direction of the Vice-Principal. The ASL Specialist provides leadership and services, represents the Vice-Principal, participates on committees, and provides input in all matters concerning PODDHH. The ASL Specialist will provide oversight to students with documented barriers to accessing curriculum through auditory channels and support their development of expressive and receptive language skills in ASL.

• Provides services to students in person and through video conferencing, emphasizing language acquisition using a bilingual approach.
• Organizes professional development to build ASL skills and appreciation of bilingual educational approaches in educational teams.
• Provides support and instruction to Education Assistants, facilitating group immersion or conversation groups, and provides resources for ongoing skill development.
• Communicates with educational teams and students in English and American Sign Language, sharing knowledge of ASL, Deaf culture and history.
• Conducts American Sign Language assessments (receptive and expressive) for students and staff.
• Collaborates with team to create resource videos in ASL for Educational Teams and student use.
• Coordinates the organization of provincial events such as student initiatives, video conferences, media, and technology services.
• Collaborates with partner agencies to provide seamless services in the community.
• Develops and edits vlogs of provincial events and initiatives for distribution to all school districts and community stakeholders.
• Maintains technology services (updating software, checking materials for accuracy and completeness).
• Performs related duties as required.

• Native ASL user (ASLPI 4+) with a bachelor's degree in American Sign Language, ASL Cultural Studies, Curriculum, or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years’ experience working with children in a K‑12 public education environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing; experience in preparing formal reports, written presentations, and statistical analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of computer skills and related software applications.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, evaluate performance, and determine and carry out corrective/disciplinary action.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent action in the performance of all duties.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the province of BC.

If you have the following qualifications, and are an advocate for public education, we welcome your application; please provide a cover letter, detailed resume with professional credentials, and a minimum of three current references to  Posting will close June 16, 2026, or remain open until filled.

Starting annual salary range: $56,542–$70,677. Salary determined by years of education and experience. Competitive benefits package and pension provided.

Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Burnaby School District values inclusion and embraces diversity as a strength. Our goal is for all individuals to feel a sense of belonging in a safe, supportive and welcoming community. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous, Black, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ2+ and persons with disabilities.