LANGUAGE Translator / Interpreter

Young World Physical Education; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 25,788; Part time

Job summary

A public school district is seeking a LANGUAGE Translator / Interpreter to facilitate communication between the school and families. This vital role involves translating oral and written communication in various settings. Candidates should be fluent in English and French and able to work with diverse cultures. The position is hourly, with a flexible schedule and pay starting at $18.72/hr. Interested applicants can reach out to the Executive Director of Student Services for more details.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for parent conferences and Special Education meetings.
• Translate written and/or classroom materials for parents and students.
• Maintain confidentiality while assisting families with registration.

Skills

Fluent in French

Fluent in English

Good computer skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associates degree preferred

Job description

LANGUAGE Translator / Interpreter

Urbana School District #116 USD #116 - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Urbana School District #116

Job Details

Job ID: 4388764

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 01, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Urbana School District #116

TITLE: LANGUAGE Translator / Interpreter

LOCATION: Urbana School District #116

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent of Student Services

JOB SUMMARY: The LANGUAGE Translator / Interpreter acts as a liaison between the school/district and families. He/she takes an active role in providing language translation, both in oral and written form, for the students and families in primary language to/from English across various settings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Interpret for parent conferences, parent meetings, and Special Education meetings.
• Translate written and/or classroom materials for parent(s), student(s), and the school and/or district.
• Translate oral and written communication from both LANGUAGE to English and English to LANGUAGE.
• Perform intake interviews with parents for new students to the district/school.
• Assist students and families with registration, enrollment procedures, information regarding health education, immunization requirements and other community services
• Provide information and answer questions about the school district and the bilingual program.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the building and/or district administration

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Associates degree preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience and ability to work with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred, but not required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Fluent in French and English
• Knowledge of schools and education terminology
• Good computer skills necessary
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Hourly position, as needed
• Variable work schedule and irregular hours
• Must have flexible schedule and ability to work as needed

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of support personnel.

START DATE: As soon as possible.

NOTE: This is not a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position. This position is non-exempt. Pay is $18.72/hr.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED: August 2023

Position Type: Hourly

Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant; Student Services > Translator

Contact Information

• Beth Ladd , Executive Director of Student Services
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]