Substitute: Interpreter (Continuous Recruitment)

Aberdeen School District 5 • Aberdeen, WA

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About The Position

All candidates who wish to be considered for substitute services must complete and submit the online employment application. Substitute placement is on an on-call, as needed basis as directed by the daily needs of Aberdeen School District. There is no guarantee of placement on any given day and no ongoing expectation of placement. Comprehensive Benefit information can be found here . Position Summary : This position acts as a Spanish translator between the school and parents/students. The position may also perform a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in Spanish or other various language(s), both spoken and written required.
• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and community service providers.
• Desired personal characteristics including flexibility, enthusiasm and compassion.
• Experience working with families with low socioeconomic status.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.
• May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR as required by the District.
• Washington State Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Act as bilingual interpreter (possibly in a variety of languages depending on the need).
• Facilitate effective communication between students, their families and the schools during conferences, meetings and other activities.
• Attend trainings as needed.
• Work flexible hours based on needs of students and their families which may include evening activities.
• May assist teachers and/or other educational staff in conducting home visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED