In-Person Educational Interpreter – Ewe, NYC

NTC Language Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Diversity in settings

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

NTC Language Services is seeking reliable in-person Educational Interpreters for Ewe in NYC, for part-time, as-needed assignments. Interpreters will provide in-person interpretation services in NYC, New York, facilitating communication among students, families, educators, and school staff.

Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak proficiently in both English and Ewe, interpret accurately and completely, and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and speak proficiently in English and Ewe.
• Provide accurate, complete interpretation between languages.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in-person between English and Ewe in educational settings.
• Attend and support parent-teacher conferences, CSE/CPSE meetings, and student appointments.
• Maintain neutrality and not alter information during interpretation.
• Arrive on time and travel to assignments in NYC as required.

Skills

English fluency

Ewe fluency

Interpreting

Job description

In-Person Educational Interpreter – Ewe, NYC

• New York City, NY

In-Person Educational Interpreter – Ewe

Location:NYC, New York
Job Type:Part-time, as needed
Starting Pay:$35.00 per hour

Position Overview

NTC Language Services is seeking reliable and professionalEnglish/Ewe Educational Interpretersfor part-time, as-needed employment. A specific number of assignments or weekly hours is not guaranteed.

Interpreters will providein-person interpretation services in NYC, New York.

Educational Interpreters facilitate clear, accurate, and culturally responsive communication among students, families, educators, administrators, and other school professionals.

This position requires candidates who are available to travel to and attend assignments in person. We are specifically recruiting in-person candidates for NYC, NY. This is not a remote-only position.

Assignments are offered as needed based on language, location, qualifications, experience, and availability.

If you are committed to promoting understanding, supporting educational access, and empowering students and families through effective communication, we encourage you to apply through this posting.

Job Responsibilities

As an In-Person Educational Interpreter, you may provide interpretation for:

• Parent-teacher conferences
• Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings
• Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) meetings
• Student evaluations and intake meetings
• Student registration and enrollment appointments
• School orientations and workshops
• Family engagement events
• Guidance and counseling meetings
• Disciplinary and administrative meetings
• Testing and other school-based assignments

Educational Interpreters are expected to:

• Interpret accurately and completely between English and Ewe.
• Preserve the meaning, tone, and intent of all communication.
• Remain neutral and avoid adding, omitting, or changing information.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Arrive on time and remain for the full duration of each accepted assignment.
• Communicate professionally with NTC Language Services, families, and school personnel.
• Follow all applicable NTC Language Services, school, and district policies.
• Dress in appropriate business-casual attire unless otherwise instructed.

Applicants must:

• Be able to read, write, and speak proficiently in both English and Ewe.
• Interpret spoken communication accurately and completely between both languages.
• Understand written information and communicate it accurately when required.
• Demonstrate strong listening, comprehension, and communication skills.
• Be comfortable learning and using educational and special education terminology.

In-Person Availability Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be available to attend scheduled assignmentsin person in NYC, New York.
• Have reliable transportation or another dependable means of traveling to assignment locations.
• Be able to arrive punctually at schools and other educational facilities.
• Be willing to travel within the designated service area.
• Provide accurate and current availability.
• Understand that remote-only availability will not meet the requirements of this position.

Additional Qualifications

Successful candidates must:

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Maintain neutrality and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness, sensitivity, and sound judgment.
• Communicate promptly regarding assignment offers, scheduling, and attendance.
• Work professionally with students, families, educators, administrators, and other school professionals.
• Previous interpreting experience is preferred but not required. Experience in education, special education, human services, healthcare, legal services, or community interpreting is especially valuable.
• Relevant interpreter training, certifications, and knowledge of educational or special education terminology are preferred.

What We Offer

A starting rate of $35.00 per hour

• Flexible, as-needed scheduling
• The ability to indicate your availability for assignments
• Opportunities to work in diverse educational settings
• Valuable experience supporting students, families, and school communities
• Opportunities for professional growth in educational interpretation

NTC Language Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our employees and the communities we serve.