Bilingual Interpreter for After-School Events (Contractor)

Barnstable Public Schools; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $25

Job summary

Barnstable Public Schools is seeking to contract with multiple independent interpreters to provide high-quality oral interpretation at after-school and evening events to ensure all families can participate in their child’s education.

These engagements are part-time, as-needed, and paid at $25 per hour as an independent contractor, with anticipated dates in October–December 2026. Languages include Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Haitian-Creole.

Qualifications

• Absolute fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English and the target language (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese).
• 1–2 years of experience providing interpretation services, preferably in an educational or community setting.
• Deep understanding of the cultural nuances of the community served.
• Satisfactory background check (e.g., CORI).
• Excellent communication, empathy, and a welcoming demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time interpretation (simultaneous or consecutive) during after-school events.
• Interpret presentations, workshops, Q&A sessions, and one-on-one conversations between staff and parents.
• Assist with welcoming families and directing them through event spaces.
• Provide on-the-spot sight translation of brief written materials used during events (agendas, flyers, sign-in sheets, slides).
• Help manage interpretation equipment (headsets) if provided by the school.
• Maintain student confidentiality as required by FERPA and MA state regulations.

Skills

Bilingual English and target language

Job description

Barnstable Public Schools is seeking to contract with multiple independent interpreters to provide high-quality oral interpretation at after-school and evening events to ensure all families can participate in their child’s education.

These engagements are part-time, as-needed, and paid at $25 per hour as an independent contractor, with anticipated dates in October–December 2026. Languages include Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Haitian-Creole.