Parent Café Host Interpreter (Spanish)- At-Will Position

South Coast ESD; Coos Bay (OR); Remote; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

South Coast ESD, in collaboration with the Pathways to Parenting Program, seeks an Interpreter Services Provider to support communication during Parent Cafés, workshops, and related activities. The role requires accurate spoken-language interpretation, preservation of tone and meaning, and sensitivity to diverse families in a remote setting.

The position is at-will, with sessions conducted remotely, and may include evening hours to accommodate schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret spoken information accurately and preserve meaning, tone, and context.
• Experience working with families, children, community groups, or educational programs preferred.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage individuals from diverse backgrounds with respect and cultural responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive or simultaneous interpretation between English and identified language(s).
• Interpret information accurately, completely, and impartially without adding or changing meaning.
• Use Zoom or similar platforms to present information and hold sessions as needed.
• Welcome participants and create a positive and inclusive environment.
• Facilitate discussions using the Parent Café model and guiding questions.
• Encourage meaningful participation while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
• Support family engagement and relationship building among participants.
• Share information regarding community resources and available services.
• Maintain attendance records and submit required documentation.
• Assist with participant outreach and recruitment efforts.
• Collaborate with staff and community partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with families.

Skills

Interpretation

Cross-cultural communication

Facilitation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Parent Café Host Interpreter (Spanish)

Pathways to Positive Parenting Program

At-Will Position

Position Summary

The Pathways to Parenting Program is seeking a responsive, culturally respectful, and dependable Interpreter Services Provider to support communication between program staff, community partners, and participating parents or caregivers. The employee will provide accurate and impartial spoken-language interpretation during Parent Cafés, workshops, meetings, outreach activities, and other program services, whether conducted virtually or in person.

The employee supports meaningful access to program information while preserving each speaker's intent, tone, and confidentiality. The employee does not replace the program facilitator, provide legal or medical advice, or independently change program content.

This is an at-will position and serves at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive or simultaneous interpretation, as appropriate to the setting and as assigned, between English and the identified language(s).
• Interpret information accurately, completely, and impartially without adding, omitting, summarizing, or changing the speaker's meaning.
• Use online resources, such as Zoom, to present information and hold series or workshops as needed.
• Welcome participants and create a positive and inclusive environment.
• Facilitate discussions using the Parent Café model and guiding questions.
• Encourage meaningful participation while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
• Support family engagement and relationship building among participants.
• Share information regarding community resources and available services.
• Maintain attendance records and submit required documentation.
• Assist with participant outreach and recruitment efforts.
• Collaborate with Pathways to Parenting staff and community partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with families.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret spoken information accurately and preserve meaning, tone, and context.
• Experience working with families, children, community groups, or educational programs preferred.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage individuals from diverse backgrounds with respect and cultural responsiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic technology skills, including email and virtual meeting platforms.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are encouraged and may be preferred based on program needs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Understanding of family engagement principles and strengths-based practices.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with parents and caregivers.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to facilitate group conversations and manage group dynamics.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and family-centered practices.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed remotely.
• Some evening work is required to accommodate Parent Café schedules.

Compensation

Rate: The Contractor will receive $99.00 per Cafe session facilitated

Training Dates: October 2026, December 2026, February 2027, April 2027, June 2027, August 2027

Employment Status

This position is designated as at-will employment. Employment may be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Pathways to Parenting Program and South Coast ESD are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and respect for all individuals.