Interpreters/Translators - Multiple Languages (See Posting for Details) 2026 - 2027 SY

Worcester-Public-Schools; Central Business District (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Public Schools is seeking experienced translators and/or interpreters to communicate essential information between staff and families. The role includes translating school documents and interpreting at meetings, with emphasis on Special Education terminology and formatting accuracy.

Positions can be as translators, interpreters, or both. Flexibility to schedule; some remote work, in-person at schools; up to 19.5 hrs/week; travel between buildings may be required during the day.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in English and target language; accurate written translation.
• Ability to translate terminology used in IEPs, assessments, and Special Education docs.
• Candidate must translate ≥350 words per hour.
• Must format documents to preserve original layout in Word/Docs.
• Successful testers in terminology and formatting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide translations of school documents in a timely manner.
• Offer interpretation at meetings between staff and families.
• Maintain ethics and standards of practice in interpretation/ translation.
• Work remotely or in-person per assignment; travel between buildings as needed.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in English and a

Translate 350+ words per hour

Strong proofreading and formatting

Time management to meet deadlines

Interpreting in school settings

Education

State or national interpreter certification

Interpreting training certificate

Tools

MS Word

PDF conversion

Google Docs to PDF merging

Job description

Interpreters/Translators - Multiple Languages (See Posting for Details) 2026 - 2027 SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 5977277

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Worcester Public Schools is seeking experienced translators and/or interpreters to assist the district with the communication of essential information between staff and the families of our students. The successful applicant for the translator/interpreter position will assume the responsibility for delivering high quality translations of school documents in a timely manner and/or interpreting at meetings between school staff and families accurately and in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for the profession. The preferred candidate will have extensive experience translating and/or interpreting in school settings and will have knowledge of Special Education terminology and procedures. Translators/Interpreters can work for the district solely as translators, solely as interpreters, or a combination of both, depending on their qualifications and interests.

Seeking Interpreters for the following languages:

• Albanian
• Haitian Creole
• Portuguese
• Spanish

DATES/TIMES/SCHEDULE:

This position is a part‑time position that varies from 0 to 19.5 hours per week. Translators and interpreters are assigned work on an as‑needed basis, up to a maximum of 19.5 hours per week, and are not required to accept all work that is assigned. Most interpreting assignments are performed during school hours, with some evening hours available for school and community events throughout the school year. Some interpreting assignments are performed remotely, and others are in‑person at different schools throughout the district as needed. For in‑person assignments, some travel between schools during the school day is typical, with a one‑hour minimum at each building/location. Translators have the flexibility to create their own schedule and work from home.

ALL TRANSLATORS MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced proficiency in English and the target language, with the ability to convey meaning while maintaining the linguistic integrity of the written message.
• Ability to write in clear and well‑structured language with no grammatical or spelling errors present in the translated document.
• Ability to accurately translate terminology frequently used in IEP's, assessment reports, and other Special Education documents. Candidates will be tested on their translation skills of this specialized terminology before being hired.
• Ability to translate a minimum of 350 words per hour.
• Ability to demonstrate advanced word processing skills in order to replicate the formatting of source documents. Candidates will be tested on advanced formatting skills in MS Word before being hired.
• Ability to convert documents from Word or Google Docs to PDF and merge multiple files into one.
• Ability to work from home independently, managing multiple priorities in order to meet translation deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail; skilled proofreader.
• Ability to accurately estimate the time needed to complete assignments in order not to accept more than 19.5 hours per week of translations assigned.

ALL INTERPRETERS MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• National or state certification as a medical, community, or court interpreter, or a certificate from a recognized interpreting training program that includes the fundamentals of interpreting and Code of Ethics.
• Advanced proficiency in English and the target language, with the ability to render the message from the source language to the target language accurately and completely, conveying the content and spirit of the original message, and taking into consideration its cultural context.
• Knowledge and willingness to abide by the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for the profession.
• Ability to accurately interpret terminology frequently used in IEP meetings, 504 meetings, and parent/teacher conferences.

WORK YEAR: As needed, with a maximum of 19.5 hours per week.

SALARY: $36.88/per hour

Position Type: Part‑time

Salary: $36 to $36 Per Hour

Job Categories: Student Services > Translator

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Deborah Gonzalez , Supervisor of Translation and Interpretation
• 20 Irving Street
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01609
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]