Part-Time School Interpreter/Translator (Multilingual)

Bismarck Public Schools; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Bismarck Public Schools is seeking interpreters/translators to assist with Parent/Teacher Conferences and district meetings. These roles are on an as-needed basis, requiring neutral, accurate interpretation and translation across languages such as Chuukese, French, Swahili, and Spanish.

Candidates should be proficient in a second language, possess strong English literacy, and be familiar with U.S. school confidentiality rules. Face-to-face interpretation is available in the Bismarck-Mandan area.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in a second language and understanding of the culture of the people who speak that language.
• Ability to produce an accurate, neutral and impartial version of communication without omissions, alterations, or additions.
• Located within the Bismarck-Mandan area for possible face-to-face interpretation services.
• General English literacy and numeracy skills; understanding of U.S. culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation during Parent/Teacher Conferences and district meetings on as-needed basis.
• Convert written documents from one language into another.
• Facilitate communication between students/parents/guardians and school district personnel who speak languages other than English.

Skills

English literacy

Second language proficiency

Cultural understanding

Neutral translation

Job description

Bismarck Public Schools is seeking interpreters/translators to assist with Parent/Teacher Conferences and district meetings. These roles are on an as-needed basis, requiring neutral, accurate interpretation and translation across languages such as Chuukese, French, Swahili, and Spanish.

Candidates should be proficient in a second language, possess strong English literacy, and be familiar with U.S. school confidentiality rules. Face-to-face interpretation is available in the Bismarck-Mandan area.