On-Call Interpreter

Burlington School District•Burlington, VT

About The Position

On-Call Interpreter Burlington School District The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: " Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.” The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who: Value different cultures; Engage with the community; Communicate effectively; Think creatively; Skillfully solve problems; and Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential. Do you speak English AND another language ? Are you looking for ways to use your language skills to make a difference in your community? The Burlington School District is seeking bilingual individuals in one or more of the following languages: Kirundi, Swahili, Spanish Nepali, Somali, or Maay Maay to serve as an on-call interpreter and or translator. This position supports Multilingual students and their families as well as school personnel to assist students in achieving success in the U.S. education system by providing interpretation or translation, as needed.

Requirements

Must be fluent and literate in native language as well as English language in order to provide translation and interpreting services.
Must be familiar with the US education system as well as education in the native culture.
Must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, parents, and the school community, using strong cross cultural and interpersonal skills.
Professional, courteous behavior expected.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of computers is preferred, but not required.
Experience as a professional interpreter would be an asset, but is not required.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation between students, families, and school staff in a variety of settings, including classrooms, meetings, and school events.
Facilitate effective communication to support student learning, family engagement, and equitable access to school programs and services.
Interpret in situations that may involve sensitive or confidential information, maintaining professionalism at all times.
Accurately convey meaning, tone, and intent without adding, omitting, or altering messages.
Assist in bridging cultural understanding between families and school personnel.
Respond to on-call assignments with flexibility and professionalism, often on short notice.
Maintain current knowledge of educational terminology and school district policies relevant to interpretation.
Comply with professional standards and the district’s code of ethics regarding interpreting and confidentiality.
Work collaboratively with educators, administrators, and support staff to ensure effective communication in diverse settings.
Perform other interpretation-related duties as assigned to support student and family needs.