Tongan - Remote Telephonic Interpreters

Language Services Associates, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates, Inc. seeks qualified telephonic interpreters for English-Tongan in its network of independent contractors. You will handle on-demand calls and facilitate LEP communication across settings.

We value multilingual fluency, reliability, and strict confidentiality, with preference for 1+ year experience and industry certifications.

This opportunity supports remote work and ongoing opportunities across the US and internationally.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in both English and Tongan.
• Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word).
• An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises.
• 1+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred.
• Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting.
• Answer inbound calls in a timely manner.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Tongan

Telephonic interpreting

Tools

Web platforms

Email

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

As a telephonic interpreter for Tongan in LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you are responsible for handling telephone calls on demand and facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings. Language Services Associates is continuously accepting qualified interpreters! This opportunity is available to both US and Internationally based interpreters LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment and in recognition of our commitment to excellence, LSA was named a Top Provider and a Top Workplace in 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting


• Answer inbound calls in a timely manner


• Provide superior customer service


• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality


• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices

Qualifications/Experience

• Full fluency in both English and Tongan


• Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word)


• An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises


• 1+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred


• Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.)