Interpreter International Language - Ridgeview Elementary, 8 hours daily

Olathe Public Schools • Olathe, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The job of International Language Interpreter was established for the purpose of providing communication services to all families that speak any other language but English.

Requirements

• Fluency in English/Spanish
• Ability to read and write, English/Spanish written translation skills
• Listening skills
• Oral Communication skills
• Background Clearance
• TB Test/Physical

Responsibilities

• Translates any communications to or from the assigned schools such as fliers (e.g. special programs, PTO, Watch D.O.G.S, fundraisers), calendars, newsletters (e.g. school, classroom, special education teachers, counselors), and/or letters (e.g. issued by the school, teachers, or from the parents to any staff member).
• Sends interpreter requests to the Language Management Specialist at least 5 days in advance for Spanish needs and 10 days in advance for any other languages.
• Helps families with school enrollment, withdrawals, and transfers (e.g. enrollment days, kindergarten transition, and Kamp Kindergarten).
• Interprets for a variety of afterschool and evening activities such as Back to School night, Sneak a Peek night, and Open House.
• Assists the nurse, attendance and office staff with phone calls.
• Interprets for a wide range of meetings (e.g. ELL, IEP, SIT meetings, parent/teacher conferences, Parent Night meetings, Site Council meetings, and special education meetings).
• Sends blackboard messages to Spanish speaking families.
• Assists with any school based need that our Hispanic families might have utilizing the proper channels: school counselor, social worker, nurse, principal, and/or community resources.
• Assists freelance interpreters during parent teacher conferences.
• Updates contact information for Spanish speaking families including emergency contact information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Benefits

• Health (at least 6 hours per day) Dental Vision insurance (at least 3.5 hours per day)
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed