Remote Kurmanji-English Interpreter (Phone)

LanguageLine Solutions LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Training and support

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions LLC is seeking a Kurmanji-English interpreter to work from home as an independent contractor in the United States. You will interpret calls between Kurmanji and English speakers across healthcare, government, insurance and other industries.

A quiet home office and reliable internet are required, with the flexibility to handle sensitive and emotional conversations. As a remote interpreter, you will follow established interpretation protocols, stay neutral, and maintain

Qualifications

• Fluent in Kurmanji and English with cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to assess regional/accent differences for clear LEP communication.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking for high accuracy.
• Remain neutral and professional on all calls, including sensitive topics.

Responsibilities

• Respond to interpreting sessions promptly and professionally.
• Render meanings accurately according to interpretation conventions.
• Speak clearly in both languages with proper pronunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain professional demeanor and punctuality during sessions.
• Handle emotional or stressful calls while maintaining service standards.

Skills

Kurmanji fluency

English fluency

Cultural competency

Active listening

Phone interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LanguageLine Solutions LLC is seeking a Kurmanji-English interpreter to work from home as an independent contractor in the United States. You will interpret calls between Kurmanji and English speakers across healthcare, government, insurance and other industries.

A quiet home office and reliable internet are required, with the flexibility to handle sensitive and emotional conversations. As a remote interpreter, you will follow established interpretation protocols, stay neutral, and maintain