Japanese Onsite and Video Community Interpreter

MINDLINK RESOURCES LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Company parties

Job summary

A mission-driven organization is seeking a dedicated Japanese Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff in the Portland OR and Vancouver WA areas. The role includes onsite and remote video interpretation, requiring professional interpreting experience and fluency in Japanese. Key responsibilities entail providing culturally appropriate interpretation, collaborating with educators, and managing basic technical issues during video sessions. Flexible work-from-home options are available, contributing to a work environment focused on equity in education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified third-party Japanese language proficiency.
• Native-level fluency in Japanese.
• Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Japanese interpretation during meetings.
• Deliver services in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Collaborate with educators and specialists to ensure access for Japanese-speaking families.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions.

Skills

Professional interpreting experience

Language proficiency

Fluency in Japanese

Familiarity with video platforms

Education

60-hour interpreter training program

Certification from professional bodies

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

LinguistLink

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Japanese Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Portland OR and Vancouver WA area. This role includes both onsite interpretation at client sites and remote video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Japanese interpretation during IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, academic assessments, school events, and other events.
• Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics.
• Collaborate with educators, specialists, and administrators to ensure meaningful access for Japanese-speaking families.
• Use tools such as LinguistLink for scheduling and feedback, and contribute to glossary development for school-specific terminology.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified third-party Japanese language proficiency.
• Native-level fluency in Japanese.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms.
• Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.

Preferred:

• Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program.
• Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation.
• Experience in K-12 educational settings, especially with IEPs and special education services.

Technical Requirements (for Video Interpretation)

• Reliable high-speed internet.
• Professional headset and webcam.
• Secure and quiet workspace.

Professional Development

• Access to Mindlink’s Learning Center for ongoing training.
• Participation in feedback cycles using tools like LinguistLink.
• Opportunities for certification advancement and skill development.

About Mindlink

Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.

Diversity Policy

Mindlink welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, tribal affiliation, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, mental or physical disability or any other considerations under federal, state or local law.

Flexible work from home options available.