Language Interpreter (Casual Hours)

Elk River Independent School District 728; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 25,094 - 35,740; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 is seeking a Language Interpreter to facilitate communication between English-speaking staff and non-English-speaking students and parents. This role is crucial for ensuring participation in educational processes.

Key responsibilities include assisting during school events and providing culturally sensitive interpretation and translation services. Ideal candidates will have a BA in Language, certification in interpretation, and strong skills in English and another language.

Qualifications

• Understanding of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and linguistic communities.
• Previous experience in educational or special education settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication during school events.
• Ensure accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation.
• Maintain confidentiality of all interpreted information.

Skills

Proficient in English and target language

Strong written and verbal skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Organizational skills

Education

BA or BS in Language preferred

Degree emphasis in World Language

Certification of Interpretation

Job description

• Date Posted: 6/26/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Starting wage: $22.08/hour

Description

The Language Interpreter facilitates communication between English-speaking school personnel and students or parents who speak other languages. They provide interpretation and translation services to ensure that non-English-speaking individuals can fully participate in educational processes.

Job Summary

• Assist with communication during school events, including open houses, orientations, and IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings.
• Ensure accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation.
• Maintain confidentiality of all interpreted information.
• Ensure accurate and culturally sensitive translation.
• Maintain confidentiality of all translated information.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Language preferred
• Preferred field of study or degree emphasis in World Language
• Certification of Interpretation
• Proficient in English and the target language, with strong written and verbal skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and linguistic communities.
• Previous experience in educational or special education settings is preferred
• Previous interpretation or translation experience in educational or special education settings.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Application Procedure

Apply online

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.