Part-Time ESL Interpreter (Farsi/Pashto) - Flexible Schedule

TrulyHired; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a part-time Interpreter for ESL in Farsi/Pashto to provide oral and written translations at school sites. The role supports families by ensuring information is accessible in the parents’ languages and coordinates with school staff on after-hours meetings as needed.

The interpreter will work up to 24 hours weekly, with flexibility for evenings and after-school events, reporting to the building principal and evaluated twice yearly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Orally fluent in both the targeted language and English
• Fluent in written targeted language and English and able to type in both languages
• Must have a valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Provide written, typed and oral translations in the targeted language
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, principals and students to ensure parents have information in a language that they are able to understand
• Provide accurate translations orally and in written form
• Adjust day hours to attend evening and after school meetings as needed
• Drive between school buildings, district buildings and across the city to provide translations as needed

Skills

Oral fluency

Written fluency

Typing in two languages

Valid Ohio driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

TrulyHired is seeking a part-time Interpreter for ESL in Farsi/Pashto to provide oral and written translations at school sites. The role supports families by ensuring information is accessible in the parents’ languages and coordinates with school staff on after-hours meetings as needed.

The interpreter will work up to 24 hours weekly, with flexibility for evenings and after-school events, reporting to the building principal and evaluated twice yearly.