In-Person Educational Interpreter – Urdu, NYC

NTC Language Services•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NTC Language Services is seeking reliable and professional English/Urdu Educational Interpreters for part-time, as-needed employment. A specific number of assignments or weekly hours is not guaranteed. Interpreters will provide in-person interpretation services in NYC, New York. Educational Interpreters facilitate clear, accurate, and culturally responsive communication among students, families, educators, administrators, and other school professionals. This position requires candidates who are available to travel to and attend assignments in person. We are specifically recruiting in-person candidates for NYC, NY. This is not a remote-only position. Assignments are offered as needed based on language, location, qualifications, experience, and availability. If you are committed to promoting understanding, supporting educational access, and empowering students and families through effective communication, we encourage you to apply through this posting.

Requirements

Be able to read, write, and speak proficiently in both English and Urdu.
Interpret spoken communication accurately and completely between both languages.
Understand written information and communicate it accurately when required.
Demonstrate strong listening, comprehension, and communication skills.
Be comfortable learning and using educational and special education terminology.
Be available to attend scheduled assignments in person in NYC, New York.
Have reliable transportation or another dependable means of traveling to assignment locations.
Be able to arrive punctually at schools and other educational facilities.
Be willing to travel within the designated service area.
Provide accurate and current availability.
Understand that remote-only availability will not meet the requirements of this position.
Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
Maintain neutrality and confidentiality.
Demonstrate cultural awareness, sensitivity, and sound judgment.
Communicate promptly regarding assignment offers, scheduling, and attendance.
Work professionally with students, families, educators, administrators, and other school professionals.

Nice To Haves

Previous interpreting experience is preferred but not required.
Experience in education, special education, human services, healthcare, legal services, or community interpreting is especially valuable.
Relevant interpreter training, certifications, and knowledge of educational or special education terminology are preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide interpretation for Parent-teacher conferences
Provide interpretation for Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings
Provide interpretation for Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) meetings
Provide interpretation for Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings
Provide interpretation for Student evaluations and intake meetings
Provide interpretation for Student registration and enrollment appointments
Provide interpretation for School orientations and workshops
Provide interpretation for Family engagement events
Provide interpretation for Guidance and counseling meetings
Provide interpretation for Disciplinary and administrative meetings
Provide interpretation for Testing and other school-based assignments
Interpret accurately and completely between English and Urdu.
Preserve the meaning, tone, and intent of all communication.
Remain neutral and avoid adding, omitting, or changing information.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
Arrive on time and remain for the full duration of each accepted assignment.
Communicate professionally with NTC Language Services, families, and school personnel.
Follow all applicable NTC Language Services, school, and district policies.
Dress in appropriate business-casual attire unless otherwise instructed.