Spanish Interpreter and Family Liaison Position Available In Wilson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Wilson County School District is seeking a Spanish Interpreter and Family Liaison based in Lebanon, Tennessee. The qualified applicant should have a high school diploma, with a bachelor's degree preferred, along with 3 years of translation/interpretation experience. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, with strong communication skills needed. The role involves facilitating communication between families, educators, and administration, providing interpretation services, and translating documents. The position is full-time, with a pay rate of $26.53 per hour, and includes benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid time off. Applicants must submit a complete application with resume and transcripts for consideration.
Job Description
Spanish Interpreter and Family Liaison
Wilson County School District
Administrative Training Complex
- Lebanon, Tennessee This job is also posted in Wilson County Schools, TN
Job Details
Job ID:
5073206
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 1, 2025
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Qualified applicant should hold minimum of high school or general equivalency diploma. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Experience in a school setting and a minimum of three (3) years prior experience in translation/interpretation is preferred. Other requirements/qualifications include, but are not limited to:
Fluency in English and a proficiency in Spanish is required. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish. Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak Spanish. Must be able to translate orally from Spanish to English, and vice versa.
The successful candidate will facilitate effective communication between families, educators, and administration within Wilson County Schools.
The primary role of this position is to provide interpretation services during registration, Special Education meetings including Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, parent phone calls or emails, screening for Limited English Proficiency, and various family engagement activities. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for translating documents related to administration, district-wide incentives, family engagement programs, and other pertinent materials.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that language barriers do not hinder the educational experience of students and families. The Interpreter and Family Liaison will work under the guidance of the ESL Coordinator.
This is a full-time, 220-day position based at the WCS Administrative & Training Complex. Exact work days/hours will be set by the ESL Coordinator. The pay rate will be $26.53 per hour.
Other benefits include:
Employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance for the employee
Dependent options available through payroll deduction
Vision insurance options
Supplemental insurance options
Free access to district health clinics for those enrolled in insurance
Employer-funded retirement in the State retirement plan
Paid time off: Sick leave
- 1 day/month, Personal leave
- 2 days/year, and Bereavement leave
- 3 days/year
Paid holidays (as determined by the work calendar)
When applying, be sure to include your resume, transcripts, and any other helpful documentation.
Only complete applications will be processed for interview consideration.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
