Substitute Spanish Interpreter/Translator

District Wide; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 3,031,000 - 3,857,000; Part time

Job summary

Moses Lake School District 161 District Wide is seeking a Substitute Spanish Interpreter/Translator to support communication between Spanish‑speaking students, parents, and staff. This on‑call role requires stepping in when regular interpreters are unavailable.

The position emphasizes accurate real‑time interpretation, written translation of letters and forms, and engagement with the school community while upholding confidentiality and professionalism. Immediate start date and part‑time schedule.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Spanish and English with strong oral and written skills.
• Must pass Spanish Language assessment at Level 10 or higher.
• Experience as interpreter/translator, preferably in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with education terminology in both Spanish and English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity, able to work with diverse populations.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Discretion when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation during meetings, parent‑teacher conferences, classroom activities, and school events.
• Facilitate real‑time interpretation between Spanish‑speaking parents/public and English‑speaking staff.
• Translate written materials from English to Spanish and vice versa.
• Maintain consistent terminology and language style across translations.
• Act as a cultural liaison during parent and community engagements.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpretation experience

Translation experience

Education setting experience

Job description

Substitute Spanish Interpreter/Translator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5422911

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 29, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION POSTING

Substitutes are limited to working 600 hours per school year.

Substitute Salary Schedule

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Substitute Spanish Interpreter/Translator to support our school district in bridging communication gaps between Spanish‑speaking students, parents, and staff members. As a Substitute Spanish Interpreter/Translator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective communication and understanding within our diverse educational community. This is an on‑call position, and you will be called upon to step in when our regular interpreter/translator is unavailable.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in both Spanish and English, with exceptional oral and written communication skills in both languages.
• Must successfully complete the Spanish Language assessment with a score of Level 10 or higher.
• Previous experience as an interpreter and translator, preferably within an educational setting.
• Familiarity with education‑related terminology in both Spanish and English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to handle assignments on short notice.
• Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Interpretation:
  • Provide accurate and clear interpretation services during meetings, parent‑teacher conferences, classroom activities, and various school events.
  • Facilitate communication between Spanish‑speaking parents/public and English‑speaking staff.
  • Interpret in real‑time, ensuring that the intended message, tone, and context are conveyed accurately.
• Translation:
  • Translate written materials, such as letters, forms, educational documents, and announcements from English to Spanish and vice versa.
  • Maintain consistency in terminology and language style to ensure clear understanding across translations.
• Parent and Community Engagement:
  • Act as a cultural liaison between Spanish‑speaking parents and the school, helping to bridge any cultural gaps that may arise.
  • Participate in parent‑teacher conferences and school events to provide interpretation services as needed.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism:
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information shared during interpretation and translation assignments.
  • Uphold a professional and respectful demeanor at all times, adhering to ethical standards of the interpreting and translating profession.
• Flexibility:
  • Be available on an on‑call basis.
  • Adapt to various school settings, grade levels, and subject matters as needed.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affi­­…? Actually the original includes: Officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, [phone], [e-mail]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [e-mail]

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1620 S. Pioneer Way Moses Lake, WA 98837
• Moses Lake, Washington 98837
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]