Interpreter, ESOL Temporary

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is looking for an Interpreter, ESOL to facilitate communication for English Learner Programs. The role involves assisting in school-home interactions, requiring a valid Georgia driver's license and fluency in English and another language.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The position is temporary and as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an interpreter/translator preferred.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates services for school/home communications.
• Assists in the translation and interpretation of school-home meetings.
• Ensures school documents are completed accurately.

Skills

Fluency in English

Written and oral communication

Proficiency in computer application skills

Fluency in at least one other language (Spanish, Portuguese, etc.)

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Bachelor's degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Position Title

Interpreter, ESOL

Job Code

ESL1

Division

Academic Division/Teaching and Learning

Salary Schedule

Temporary Positions

Department

English Learner Programs

Workdays

As needed

Reports To

Supervisor, ESOL/IWC

Pay Grade

ESL1

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Varies based on primary job

Primary Function

Facilitates services for school/home communications.

Requirements

• Educational Level: High School Diploma or HSE required; bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent studies from abroad preferred
• Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Driver's License
• Experience: Two years of experience as an interpreter/translator preferred
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; Requires traveling to various locations and working in the evenings
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; fluency in English and at least one other language: Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Hindi, French, Haitian/Creole, Russian, Japanese or other languages as identified by immigrant student population; Proficiency in computer application skills
• The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Keeps all appointments and assignments and reports to assigned site promptly.
• Assists in the translation and interpretation of school-home meetings.
• Maintains and keeps all conferences confidential.
• Ensures school documents are completed accurately and legibly by translating information appropriately.
• Informs Coordinator immediately when interpreting sensitive and/or reportable issues.
• Encourages families to participate in school affairs and promotes school involvement.
• Attends and participates in appropriate workshops and in-service training.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.