Translator/Interpreter (Spanish)

Young World Physical Education; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

CalPERS eligible

Job summary

San Dieguito Union High School District in Encinitas, CA seeks a Translator/Interpreter (Spanish) to translate technical, legal, and medical documents and provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for meetings and functions, mainly for the district’s special education program.

The role requires translating from English to Spanish and vice versa, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Special Education. 12 months / 40 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of translation and interpretation experience.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Valid California driver license is required.
• Professional translation certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Translate a variety of documents and provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation.
• Support the district's special education program in English–Spanish translation directions.

Skills

Spanish language

Consecutive interpretation

Simultaneous interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Translation certification

Job description

San Dieguito Union High School District Special Education - Encinitas, California Open in Google Maps

Translator/Interpreter (Spanish)

San Dieguito Union High School District Special Education - Encinitas, California Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in San Dieguito Union High School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5845242

Application Deadline: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

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$25.93 - $34.75 per hour

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits
• CalPERS eligible position

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Special Education, the Translator/Interpreter (Spanish) translates a variety of technical, legal and medical documents and provides consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for functions and meetings, from English to Spanish or visa versa, primarily in support of the District’s special education program.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Two years of translation and interpretation experience.
• Experience working in a school setting is preferred.
• Valid California driver license.
• A professional certificate of translation skills from an accredited institution or program is highly desirable.

Length of Work Year/ Hours / Work Schedule

12 months / 40 hours per week / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location

District Office - 710 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024

Comments and Other Information

SB 848 COMPLIANCE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026

Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose acomplete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles. Failure to providethis information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions.

Examination process: Completed applications are reviewed and candidates who meet the minimum qualifications participate in the following examinations: Performance exam, weight: 40%, and Qualifications Appraisal Interview, weight: 60%. The competitive basis for this recruitment is established as open/promotional-dual certification: candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the exams are placed on an eligibility list. The list is used to fill current and future vacancies for six months. If a candidate has taken the multiple choice and/or performance test for this San Dieguito Union High School District job title or similar job title within the past two years, candidate may be able to transfer the scores to this recruitment. The exam must be sufficiently similar, as determined by the Director, Classified Personnel. Prior to the application deadline, a request to transfer score(s) should be e-mailed to: [e-mail]. Transferring of exam scores does not apply to a Qualifications Appraisal Interview. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. To request an accommodation in the examination process, please email [e-mail] . If you need assistance completing an application, please email [e-mail] . Veterans may be eligible for preference points on examinations. Please attach a copy of your DD214 to your application. Employment with San Dieguito Union High School District is contingent upon successful completion of post-offer background check, fingerprinting, physical exam including tuberculosis, drug and alcohol screening, and an Oath of Allegiance. The probationary period for a new or promotional employee is six months or 130 days of paid service, whichever is longer. San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religious beliefs or customs, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, 710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA, 92024; [phone].

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25.93 to $34.75 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Classified Personnel
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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