Bilingual Special Education Interpreter & Family Liaison

School City of Hammond; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

School City of Hammond is seeking a bilingual interpreter/translator to facilitate clear communication between Spanish-speaking families and school personnel. You will interpret at meetings and hearings, translate written documents, and assist families with scheduling and completing forms.

Role requires professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate with a diverse team of educators, therapists, and parents. Some after-hours work may be needed.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both Spanish and English (oral and written).
• Associate degree or 60 college credits or completion of ParaPro exam within 90 working days.
• Experience in special education is preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with parents, students, educators, therapists, and school personnel.
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside regular business hours.

Responsibilities

• Interpret during meetings, conferences, phone calls, and hearings for Spanish-speaking families.
• Translate written documents including family history forms, letters, IEP forms, and legal documents.
• Assist parents in signing forms and coordinate appointments as needed.
• Attend meetings punctually at various school locations and support the special education team.
• Support scheduling and help families understand required forms and documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and punctuality in all duties.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours

ParaPro exam within 90 days

Job description

School City of Hammond is seeking a bilingual interpreter/translator to facilitate clear communication between Spanish-speaking families and school personnel. You will interpret at meetings and hearings, translate written documents, and assist families with scheduling and completing forms.

Role requires professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate with a diverse team of educators, therapists, and parents. Some after-hours work may be needed.