Swahili Interpreters Needed

Affordable Language Services; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lango is seeking fluent bilingual interpreters to work as independent contractors, serving communities in schools and hospitals with professional language services. Applicants must be fluent in English and Swahili, have US work authorization (I-9), and at least a high school diploma.

The role emphasizes in-person appointments, with occasional remote opportunities and flexible scheduling for community needs.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Swahili required.
• US work authorization (I-9) required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Vaccination records if medical interpreting sought.
• In-person appointments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services as an independent contractor.
• Serve students in schools and patients in hospitals.
• Support diverse communities with professional language services.

Skills

Bilingual English/Swahili

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Lango is looking for fluent bilinguals to provide interpreting services as independent contractors! You can serve your community in various ways, such as by helping students in schools, or patients in hospitals. Professional language services are a great way to break down barriers and help multicultural communities get access to the services they deserve!

Highlights

• Diverse work environment across multiple fields (medical, educational, social, legal, etc.).
• Competitive pay.
• Occasional opportunities for remote work.

Requirements

• Must be fluently bilingual in English and at Swahili.
  • If you do not have proof of professional interpreter training, you will be required to pass a language test across English and your target language.
• Must have US i-9 work authorization.
• Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing and able to provide a background check and drug test.
• Willing and able to provide MMR, Varicella, Covid, and Flu vaccination records,if interested in medical interpreting.
• Willing and able to primarily attend in-person appointments.
• Professional training/experience preferred, but not required.

*This is independent contracting work. You will be an independent contractor, and responsible for providing requirements such as the drug test, background check, etc. yourself.