Foreign Language Interpreter (Pool Posting, Location To Be Determined)

Cherry Creek • Denver, CO

9d • Remote

About The Position

Provide accurate and timely communication (interpretation and translation) with non-English speaking families as needed. Remain on the interpreter list for as needed interpretation, as coordinated by the Language Supports and Services team.

Requirements

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma or higher
• Bilingual in English and foreign language as determined by required district assessment, applicant is responsible for the assessment fee
• Advanced knowledge of educational terms, phrases, and acronyms in English and foreign language
• Intermediate knowledge of inter-cultural communication including sociology-linguistic diversity and variance
• Skilled in interpersonal relations
• Ability to work with others in a team setting
• Operating knowledge of and experience with word processing and interpreting system
• Knowledge of translation software and features for Microsoft Word is required within six months after hire

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of professional work experience preferred
• Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Racially conscious and culturally humble with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Interpret consecutively and/or simultaneously for parents during parent/teacher conferences, IEP meetings, expulsion hearings and student disciplinary hearings, admissions process, and at school and district meetings and events as needed.
• Facilitate communication and understanding between families, school, and community while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Translate documents for distribution including handbooks; guides; legal notices; forms; policies and regulations; discipline and internet use documents; relevant applications, etc. Utilize a variety of tools including software, dictionaries, publications, Web-based research, etc. Implement district processes for document submission.
• Attend interpreter trainings when provided by the district.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED