Translator- Special Education Documents

The Community Group • Lawrence, MA

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About The Position

The Translator- Special Education Documents is a contracted role who will be responsible for accurately translating a variety of special education documents from English into Spanish (or other languages when needed). This role helps ensure that families whose primary language is not English have equitable access to critical information regarding their child’s educational evaluations, progress and services. Translations will be completed outside of regular working hours on an as-needed basis, and will directly report to the Director of Special Education.

Requirements

• Proven experience translate special education
• Proficiency in English and Spanish (native or near- native fluency) required
• Familiarity with special education documents, Special Education Terminology and educational process
• Strongly written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work outside of regular working hours to translate special education documents, as needed
• Ability to work independently, and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to handle student records with a strong level of confidentiality and sensitivity

Responsibilities

• Translate special education documents such as (but not limited to) evaluation reports, eligibility determinations, meeting notices, progress reports, amendments, parental rights notices and other related materials, etc.
• Ensure that translations are accurate, clear and culturally responsive while maintaining the original meaning and intent
• Review and edit translated documents for grammar, readability and consistency
• Handle translations with confidentiality, in accordance to privacy laws and CDCPS policies
• Complete documents translations within required timelines (within two weeks of receipt of documents) to support compliance with legal timelines
• Submit completed translations and invoices to the Director of Special Education or designated Special Education Department head for approval

What This Job Offers

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