Pashto Freelance Remote Interpreter

Tonguepoint; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

Flexible schedule

Onboarding and training

Referral bonus

Job summary

Tonguepoint is seeking freelance Pashto/English interpreters for 100% remote work based in the United States. The role offers flexible hours and involves on-demand OPI and VRI interpretation across healthcare, legal, and other settings.

No prior interpreting experience is required as training is provided; you must maintain confidentiality and professionalism while delivering accurate real-time interpretation on calls or video sessions.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Pashto.
• US residency proof required.
• Willingness to undergo training.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Pashto).
• Facilitate clear communication in high-stakes settings (healthcare, legal).
• Maintain strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism.
• Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Skills

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

Bilingual English-Pashto

Job description

Urgently Hiring For: Pashto (US-Based).

Job Title: Freelance Remote Interpreter (Pashto / English, US-Based) Location: 100% Remote (US-Based Interpreters Only) | Type: Freelance/Independent Contractor | Schedule: Flexible

Job Summary

We are seeking fluent bilingual speakers to provide Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). No prior experience is required—we provide full training. If you have strong language skills and a professional attitude, join us to bridge critical communication gaps in moments that matter.

Key Responsibilities

Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Pashto).

Facilitate clear communication in high-stakes settings (e.g., healthcare, legal).

Maintain strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism.

Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Qualifications & Tech Requirements

Language: Native or near-native fluency in English and Pashto.

Location: Physically based in the United States, with proof of U.S. residency (utility bill, lease, U.S. bank statement, or a U.S. ID showing a U.S. address). Puerto Rico counts as the U.S.

Skills: Strong active listening, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience.

Experience: Beginners welcome; prior interpreting experience is a plus.

Workspace: A quiet, distraction-free home environment.

Tech Setup: Dedicated computer, high-speed internet (wired preferred for VRI), and a noise-canceling USB headset.

What We Offer

Ultimate Flexibility: 100% remote work. Choose your own hours (daytime, evening, overnight).

Steady Income: Competitive per-minute rates backed by reliable call volume.

Growth: Free comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional training.

Referral Program: Refer qualified speakers of our in-demand languages and earn a bonus when your referral is successfully onboarded.