Korean Onsite Community Interpreter

Mindlink Resources, LLC; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Company parties

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Mindlink Resources, LLC is looking for a dedicated Korean Community Interpreter to assist multilingual students, families, and staff in the Portland and Vancouver area. This role includes onsite interpretation and remote video sessions.

The ideal candidate will have over three years of interpreting experience and native-level Korean fluency, with familiarity in educational settings being a plus. Flexible work-from-home options and professional development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional interpreting experience is required.
• Native-level fluency in Korean is a must.
• Familiarity with various video conferencing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation during IEP meetings and other events.
• Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Collaborate with educators and specialists for meaningful access.

Skills

Korean language proficiency

Video interpretation skills

Confidentiality adherence

Technical troubleshooting

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 Korean Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Vancouver WA and Portland OR 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 Korean 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 Korean-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 Korean language proficiency.
• Native-level fluency in Korean.
• 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.
• Local candidates in Portland/Vancouver are given priority

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.

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.