The Public of Brookline is seeking translators/interpreters to provide oral and written services for families whose primary language is not English. We are currently in need of speakers of the following languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Arabic, Hebrew, Vietnamese, and Russian. Translators/interpreters would be contacted on an as needed basis. Most interpreter services are required between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. Some evenings may be necessary. Translation services are to be completed outside of contractual work hours. When possible, 1-2 weeks advance notice is given to all translators/interpreters. The rate is $20.00 an hour for oral interpretation services and $45.00 an hour for written translations.

Additional Requirements:

• Oral and written fluency in English and another language (Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Arabic, Hebrew, Vietnamese, and Russian).
• Availability between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday for interpreter assignments. Some evenings may be necessary. 
• Familiarity with the American school system.

TERMS: Per Hour, July 1,2023 to June 30, 2024

***All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law. For a full copy of the Covid-19 vaccination policy please click HERE.

The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community. 

The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.