Translator

Translator (185 Days) (RTP) Description

• Act as Interpreter between students, parents, and school staff from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English and Spanish at Special Education meetings
• Interpret with no additions or omissions following technical information, legally mandated educational requirements and Special Education terminology.
• Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district
• Handle three-way Hotline interpretations between school staff and parents while maintaining daily phone activity logs
• Must be available to work evening, Saturday, and short notice meetings.
• Render clear and exact translations of written materials following guidelines.
• All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
• Pursue continued development of skills and knowledge.
• Be an actively contributing team member and support the District mission.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. Equivalency); or equivalent experience:
  Bachelor’s degree or some college hours preferred.
• Two years of experience as translator/interpreter with knowledge of ARD/FIE procedures in a school setting, preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish, oral and written
• Demonstrate strong written and oral language skills in Spanish and English including proofreading with keen attention to detail.
• Experience with use of google docs, Word, PDFs.
• If working remotely from home, have an adequate work environment to process the calls - free from distractions, such as pets and other unexpected noises.
• Strong organization, time management, prioritization, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to learn the use of FM transmitters/receivers (interpretation equipment)
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Exemplary attendance
• Exemplary interpersonal and customer service skills to work with a diverse group of individuals.