Bright Beginnings Haitian Creole Translator

Grace Place for Children and Families•Naples, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the leadership and guidance of the Bright Beginnings Program Assistant Manager, the Bright Beginnings Haitian Creole Translator is responsible for supporting the facilitation of the Grace Place Family Literacy Model® curriculum by providing translation in parent education classrooms for our students speaking Haitian Creole.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Bi-lingual, English and Haitian Creole required
Demonstrated experience working with diverse cultures and populations and ability to communicate effectively, required
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, use of internet, and basic computer skills to maintain program records and communication with parents, volunteers, partners, and community
Strong interpersonal verbal and communication skills
Commitment to the mission and core values of Grace Place
Current first aid and CPR certificates – can obtain within 90 days of employment
Willingness to submit to Fingerprinting and Background Checks
Compliance with Good Moral Character as described by the Department of Children and Families (DCF)
All applicants must successfully complete required State and National background screening as a condition of employment prior to beginning work at Grace Place for Children and Families. Screening is conducted in accordance with applicable Florida law, including Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, and, when applicable, Chapter 408, Florida Statutes.
Background screening includes fingerprinting for FDLE and FBI criminal history checks and review through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Employment is contingent upon receipt, review, and approval of screening results.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in providing translation support in an educational context, preferred.
Willingness to acquire additional certifications deemed to be requirements for the position

Responsibilities

Provide seamless translation of ideas and concepts in Parent Education classes (Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Communicate students’ needs to the Parent Time Teacher to ensure that the Parent Time Teacher remains knowledgeable of students’ needs
Connect students to Program Administration for further support or referrals as needed
Prepare for classroom translation daily by reviewing the week’s Parent Time curriculum prior to the beginning of class
Assist as the liaison between students and teachers, and classmates
Establish a rapport between the students, between the students and the translator, and between the students and the teacher
Translate for Parent Time guest presenters as requested
Assist the Parent Time teacher with classroom preparation as requested
Assist program administration in the distribution of program announcements
Assist in the translation of written materials from one language into another as requested
Edit and proofread translated text for accuracy as requested
Assist in translation for Bright Beginnings Special Events (i.e. graduations) and Parent Meetings (i.e. Bright Beginnings Orientations, Rising PreK Talk, etcientation) as requested