On-Site Spanish Interpreters

CIT; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Interpreting & Translations, Inc. (CIT) seeks experienced on-site Spanish interpreters for assignments in/around the Robstown, TX area with a background in education. This is an independent contracting position; assignments are on-call and you may accept or deny as a contractor.

Compensation varies by location, availability, rate, and performance. Interpreters must act professionally during sessions, follow clients' instructions, and maintain accuracy and cultural sensitivity.

Qualifications

• Experience in the educational field.

Responsibilities

• Act professionally during onsite interpreting sessions-e.g. arrive on time, consistently maintain a courteous demeanor, dress appropriately, follow COVID-19 precautionary measures like wearing a face mask, etc.
• Follow clients' instructions, manage the flow of conversations, avoid taking over meetings, and avoid having side conversations with limited English speakers
• Process information quickly and concisely; interpret concepts and meanings accurately, with no additions or omissions; uphold correct rules of grammar, clarity, and tone; and recognize sensitive cultural differences
• Use clear enunciation, pronunciation, polite forms of expression, and a pleasant, professional voice, and remain calm if conversations get heated

Job description

Cal Interpreting & Translations, Inc. (CIT), is high-caliber language services provider that delivers translation, transcription and onsite, on-demand telephonic, on-demand video remote, and scheduled video remote interpreting services to a diverse array of public and private sector clients across the U.S. and abroad. We support over 200 languages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year in subject areas like education, legal, technology and medical.

CIT seeks experienced and professional on-site Spanish interpreters for assignments in/around the Robstown, TX area who have experience in the educational field.

This is an independent contracting position. Assignments are on-call and you are free to accept or deny any assignment since you are working as a contractor. You are free to work anywhere else. Offers will vary depending on location, your availability, your competitive rate, and your performance with interpreting.

Responsibilities

• Act professionally during onsite interpreting sessions-e.g. arrive on time, consistently maintain a courteous demeanor, dress appropriately, follow COVID-19 precautionary measures like wearing a face mask, etc.
• Follow clients' instructions, manage the flow of conversations, avoid taking over meetings, and avoid having side conversations with limited English speakers
• Process information quickly and concisely; interpret concepts and meanings accurately, with no additions or omissions; uphold correct rules of grammar, clarity, and tone; and recognize sensitive cultural differences
• Use clear enunciation, pronunciation, polite forms of expression, and a pleasant, professional voice, and remain calm if conversations get heated