Somali Bilingual Program Interpreter & Assistant

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools in Minneapolis, MN, seeks a Bilingual Program Assistant (Somali) at Bryn Mawr Elementary to interpret and facilitate services for non-English speaking families. This role supports health, education, and community access with integrity and cultural awareness.

The position requires an AA degree or 60 college credits, along with ParaPro 460+ and a minimum of two years translation/interpretation experience. Strong collaboration with staff and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• AA degree or 60 semester credits in Education or related field.
• ParaPro Assessment score of 460+ with HS diploma or GED.
• Two years of translation and interpretation experience.
• Ability to translate and interpret English to Somali and other languages.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff as an interpreter to facilitate health, education and other services.
• Provide interpreter services from English to Somali and other languages.
• Translate and interpret in classrooms and with school staff.
• Assist families in accessing educational and community services.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.

Skills

Interpreting (English-Somali)

Cultural sensitivity

Record keeping

Translation

Education

AA degree or 60 credits

ParaPro score 460+ + HS diploma

Tools

Computer literacy

Translation software

Job description

Minneapolis Public Schools in Minneapolis, MN, seeks a Bilingual Program Assistant (Somali) at Bryn Mawr Elementary to interpret and facilitate services for non-English speaking families. This role supports health, education, and community access with integrity and cultural awareness.

The position requires an AA degree or 60 college credits, along with ParaPro 460+ and a minimum of two years translation/interpretation experience. Strong collaboration with staff and confidentiality are essential.