District Interpreter and Translator

Location: Guadalupe

The Guadalupe Union School District (K-8) is located on the beautiful California Central Coast, approximately 70 miles north of Santa Barbara and 32 miles south of San Luis Obispo. The city which is situated in the northwest section of Santa Barbara County has a population of approximately 7,000 residents. Guadalupe is located in the rural agricultural section of the greater Santa Maria Valley.

Agriculture is the biggest industry in and around the city. Our district serves families of Guadalupe as well as families from neighboring areas. Many of our students come from migrant families. Enrollment in August 2020 was 1,271 students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. The student population is 96.37% Hispanic, 2.04% White, .30% Black, .30% Filipino, .23% Asian and .53% American Indian or Alaska Native, and .23% Other.

The District's certificated staff includes 36 teachers at Mary Buren Elementary School (K-4 Self-Contained) and 27 teachers at Kermit McKenzie Intermediate School (5th - 6th Self
- Contained) (7th - 8th Departmentalized). A Vice Principal, K - 4 Intervention Teacher, and 5 - 8 Intervention Teachers support students, staff, and administration. DISTRICT PROGRAMS In addition to being a 1:1 school district (TK - 2nd: iPad/3rd - 8th: Chromebook), the District operates various instructional programs to support and supplement core instruction, including ASES Program, Summer School Program, Instructional Assistants, and Librarian.

A library is also available at both school sites. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the district office at .

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* High School diploma or equivalent plus at least 2 years of translation/interpretation
* Experience Valid California driver's license required
* Interpreting/Translating Certification preferred
* Strong command of oral and written language usage in both English and Spanish including, but not limited to, correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
* Effective oral communication in both English and Spanish.
* Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
* Ability to manage time effectively to meet professional obligations and deadlines.
* Ability to process high-volume of translating work with accuracy.
* Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
* Knowledge of computer software and web-based software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Drive).
* Read, write, listen, and speak both English and Spanish.
* Meet scheduled timelines.
* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
* Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, staff, and public communities.

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on the job description in order to be considered for an interview. COPIES OF DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE LEGIBLE Failure to attach the required documents will cause you to be screened out. Documents received in person, via email or fax, and/or after the deadline will not be considered.

* High School diploma or equivalent plus at least 2 years of translation/interpretation
* Experience Valid California driver's license required
* Interpreting/Translating Certification preferred
* Strong command of oral and written language usage in both English and Spanish including, but not limited to, correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
* Effective oral communication in both English and Spanish.
* Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
* Ability to manage time effectively to meet professional obligations and deadlines.
* Ability to process high-volume of translating work with accuracy.
* Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
* Knowledge of computer software and web-based software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Drive).
* Read, write, listen, and speak both English and Spanish.
* Meet scheduled timelines.
* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
* Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, staff, and public communities.

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on…