Interpreter, ESOL; ESL

POSITION TITLE: Interpreter, ESOL (part-time)

JOB CODE: ESL1

DIVISION: Academic Division/Teaching and Learning

SALARY

SCHEDULE:

Temporary Positions

DEPARTMENT: Federal Programs

WORKDAYS: As needed

REPORTS TO: Program Manager, IWC

PAY GRADE: ESL1

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Varies based on primary job

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Facilitates services for school/home communications.

• Educational Level: High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  Bachelor Degree in relevant field or equivalent studies from abroad preferred
• Certification/License
  
  Required:
  
  Valid Georgia Driver's License;
  Superior or Advance High on Mock ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
• Experience:
  
  Two years of experience as an interpreter/translator preferred
• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities;
  Requires traveling to various locations and working in the evenings
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  Written and oral communication; fluency in English and at least one other language:
  Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Hindi, French, Haitian/Creole, Russian, Japanese or other languages as identified by immigrant student population;
  Proficiency in computer application skills

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Keeps all appointments and assignments and reports to assigned site promptly.
• Assists in the translation and interpretation of school-home meetings.
• Maintains and keeps all conferences confidential.
• Ensures school documents are completed accurately and legibly by translating information appropriately.
• Informs Coordinator immediately when interpreting sensitive and/or reportable issues.
• Encourages families to participate in school affairs and promotes school involvement.
• Attends and participates in appropriate workshops and in-service training.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Monday through Friday 8:00-6:00. There are no hours guaranteed. Hours are assigned if needed.