An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.
A High School diploma or G.E.D. One to three years of relevant experience. Must be bilingual. Must demonstrate cultural competency. Must be able to travel. Must have a valid driver's license.
FLSA:
Non-Exempt Salary Schedule :
Per-Approved Salary Schedule Direct Report:
ELD Coordinator Terms of Employment:
10 month Eligible for emergency telework: With Supervisor approval
Purpose:
Advocates for English Learner students and their families by removing language and educational barriers in order to provide high quality educational opportunities.
Essential Job Functions:
Attend work in a regular, reliable and punctual manner. To "telework" when requested by the District. Consult with parents, administrators, counselors, teachers, and other relevant individuals regarding enrollment and school placement. Provide parent activities to build upon parents' ability to support their children with academic goals. Facilitate communication with parents, students, and school staff by translating orally between the native language and English in meetings, consultations, assessments, and other interactions. Communicate with parents of English Learner students and provide translation and interpretation services in order to discuss attendance, parent meetings, health issues, literacy events, and other school programs. Refer parents to applicable community services for which they may qualify. Keep accurate records regarding communications, student progress, and services provided. Maintain familiarity with district processes for enrollment and communications between schools and parents. Familiarity with various types of computer formats in order to translate documents within such programs. Participation and interpretation for parent activities held by the District. Attend training for MAP/EOC testing, schedule testing, and translate for ELD students on the MAP test/EOCs as directed by the ELD Coordinator and the ELD Specialists. Attend training and assist ELD Department with screening new students as they enroll with the WIDA Screener of Kindergarten Kit. Collaborate with other family advocates. Maintain confidentiality regarding all documents translated, meetings attended, phone calls taken, or assessments given and only discuss with fellow ELD staff members when necessary to assist the family/student and in accordance with state and federal laws. Other assigned duties.
Employee Behavior and Conduct:
District employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful. Please watch for email communications from our district. If selected for an interview you may be contacted via email. EOE
