Substitute: Interpreter

Position: Substitute: Interpreter (Continuous Recruitment)
All candidates who wish to be considered for substitute services must complete and submit the online employment application. Substitute placement is an on-call, as needed basis as directed by the daily needs of Aberdeen School District. There is no guarantee of placement on any given day and no ongoing expectation of placement.

Comprehensive Benefit information can be found here.

Position Summary:

This position acts as a Spanish translator between the school and parents/students. The position may also perform a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as bilingual interpreter (possibly in a variety of languages depending on the need). Facilitate effective communication between students, their families and the schools during conferences, meetings and other activities.
• Attend trainings as needed.
• Work flexible hours based on needs of students and their families which may include evening activities.
• May assist teachers and/or other educational staff in conducting home visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in Spanish or other various language(s), both spoken and written required.
• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and community service providers.
• Desired personal characteristics including flexibility, enthusiasm and compassion.
• Experience working with families with low socioeconomic status.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.
• May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR as required by the District.
• Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Aberdeen School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Clinkingbeard, Title IX Officer  cclinkingbeard and Rick Bates, Section 504/ADA Coordinator  rbates. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.