Casual Language Interpreter - Various Languages

Edmonton Catholic Schools; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Edmonton Catholic Schools in Edmonton is seeking a Casual Language Interpreter to support multilingual communication with students, families and staff. This role focuses on translating spoken and written material across Turkish, Vietnamese, Kurdish and Arabic contexts, mainly in educational settings.

The position is casual with no guaranteed hours or location, requiring flexibility and travel within the division.

Qualifications

• Diploma in child development, education, or related area, plus five years of related experience.
• Fluency in English and multiple languages, both written and oral.
• Knowledge of the Alberta Education system and language programming.
• Knowledge of FOIP and records management principles including Microsoft programs.
• Experience with Excel, Outlook and databases.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel throughout Edmonton.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and translate written and spoken communications.
• Translate questions or requests clearly and accurately, conveying phrasing and intention as it relates to the subject.
• Convert dialogue and convey the intent of the original speaker, understanding that many idioms and slang terms do not translate exactly between languages.
• Interpret after-school activities, meetings, parent-teacher conferences.
• Provide language interpretation support to families and school staff.
• Maintain technical knowledge through a range of professional development activities.

Skills

Fluent English

Turkish

Vietnamese

Kurdish

Arabic

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma in child development, education, or related area

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Databases

Job description

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and over 5,500 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Casual Language Interpreter - Various Languages

Requisition ID: 12010 Hours Per Week: Varies Position: New FTE: Varies Department: Programs and Projects No Months Per Year: 10 Position Status: Casual Employee Group: Non Rate of Pay: $33.30 Posting Closing Date: 10/23/26

The incumbent translates verbal communication from one language to another during meetings and communication with students and their parents. The incumbent specializes in English and a second language to meet the needs of the students. We are looking for candidates who are fluent in one or more of these languages: Turkish / Vietnamese / Kurdish / Arabic

The main area of specialization is education, including literacy and numeracy. The job is also responsible for facilitating and coordinating first and second language communication with students, parents and staff. The work requires the incumbent to be fluent, both written and spoken, in English and various other languages.

This is a casual position with no guarantee of hours or location.

Job Responsibilities

• Interpret and translate written and spoken communications
• Translate questions or requests clearly and accurately, conveying phrasing and intention as it relates to the subject.
• Convert dialogue and convey the intent of the original speaker, understanding that many idioms and slang terms do not translate exactly between languages
• Interpret after-school activities, meetings, parent-teacher conferences
• Provide language interpretation support to families and school staff
• Maintain technical knowledge through a range of professional development activities

Knowledge & Experience

• Diploma in child development, education, or related area, plus five years of related experience
• Fluency in English and various other languages , both written and oral, is essential
• Knowledge of the Alberta Education system in general and Language programming in particular
• Knowledge of records management principles including FOIP legislation, Microsoft programs including Excel, Outlook and databases
• Knowledge of safe workplace practices and an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Understanding of the school curriculum, language and cultural programs
• General knowledge of the Division's and school's programs and operations
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are required
• Ability to build and maintain rapport and trust with students
• Strong leadership, mentoring and coaching skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to travel throughout Edmonton is required

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.

As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.

Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.