Spanish Translator / Interpreter

Topeka Public Schools; Topeka (KS); In loco; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Topeka Public Schools seeks a Spanish Translator/Interpreter to support the instructional program by translating a variety of documents and interpreting at district and school events and meetings to and from Spanish.

The role requires excellent Spanish-English verbal and written communication, knowledge of Special Education terms and processes, and strict confidentiality in translation/interpretation. A Bachelor's degree is required.

Competenze

• Excellent verbal and written communication in Spanish and English.
• Special Education terms (legal, medical, educational).
• Special Education processes and programs.
• Confidential translation/interpretation protocols.

Mansioni

• Translate a variety of documents to ensure clear understanding for non-English speaking families.
• Interpret at district and school events and meetings.
• Verify translations for accuracy, readability, grammar, and style.
• Maintain and manage documents and records per guidelines.

Conoscenze

Spanish-English fluency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Record keeping

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

Translation software

Descrizione del lavoro

Purpose Statement

The job of SPANISH TRANSLATOR/INTERPRETER is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for translating a variety of documents and interpreting at district and school events and meetings to/from target language

Essential Functions

• Maintains a wide variety of manual and electronic documents files and records for the purpose of providing up-to- date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.

• Translates different documents (e.g. literary, technical, scientific, legal, research, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that non-English speaking families have a clear understanding of information or services.

• Uses highly specialized translation software for the purpose of encouraging efficiency and consistency.

• Verifies translations made by others for the purpose of ensuring accuracy, context, readability, grammar and style.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: excellent verbal and written communication in both Spanish and English; Special Education terms (legal, medical, educational); Special Education processes and programs; and protocol in confidential translation/interpretation.

SKILLS

are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

ABILITY

is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others; accurately interpret both verbal and written Spanish; work in a fast-paced environment; and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, 20% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience:

Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Education:

Bachelors degree in job related area.

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

None Specified None Specified

Continuing Educ./Training Clearances

None Specified None Specified