In-Person Educational Interpreter – Mandarin, Suffolk County, NY

NTC Language Services; Manorville (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Flexible schedule

Professional growth

Job summary

NTC Language Services in Suffolk County, NY seeks reliable In-Person Educational Interpreter for Mandarin on a part-time, as-needed basis. The role involves interpreting between English and Mandarin in school settings, attending parent-teacher conferences, CSE/CPSE meetings, student evaluations, and enrollment activities.

Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak English and Mandarin proficiently, travel to assignments in person, maintain confidentiality, and present professional attire.

Qualifications

• Be able to read, write, and speak proficiently in both English and Mandarin.
• Demonstrate reliable, professional interpretation in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person interpretation for parent-teacher conferences and school meetings.
• Interpret for Committee on Special Education (CSE) and CPSE meetings.
• Assist with student registrations, enrollment, and school orientations.
• Maintain confidentiality and neutral communication between families and school staff.

Skills

Bilingual English/Mandarin

Interpreting skills

Job description

In-Person Educational Interpreter – Mandarin, Suffolk County, NY

• Education

In-Person Educational Interpreter – Mandarin

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

Position Overview

NTC Language Services is seeking reliable and professionalEnglish/Mandarin 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 Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, 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 Mandarin.

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 toread, write, and speak proficiently in both English and Mandarin.

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 Suffolk County, 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.