Substitute Family Advocate - Interpreter/Translator

POSITION: INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR – SPANISH
SCHOOL/PROGRAM: DISTRICT WIDE
DATE POSTED: APRIL 17, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A. or B. S. in Foreign Languages, Communication or Education, preferred.
• Able to speak, read and write Spanish and English fluently.
• Displays ability to relate in a warm and supportive manner.
• Knowledge of school and community-based resources and ability to access them on behalf of families.
• Have experience working with children and low-income families.
• Valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Liaison services for Spanish speaking families between the student and the parents between the school and the community.
• Specific program to which assigned.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.
• Parental consent regulations.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Report writing techniques.
• Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Confidentiality requisites of professional practice.
• Policies and objective of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Child abuse and domestic violence reporting requirements.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

ABILITY TO:

• Coordinate assigned activities to resolve student issues.
• Travel to student homes and interact with parents.
• Assists with responsible duties for a specific program.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Use technology (laptop, IPad, etc.).
• Prioritize and schedule work.
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.

JOB GOAL:

• To interpret for and/or translate documents in order to provide links between Spanish speaking families and needed resources in order to enable Spanish speaking families to participate fully in their child’s educational experience.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be knowledgeable about school and community resources that our Spanish speaking families will be using on a regular basis.
• Interpret and translate documents linking students and families to appropriate school based or outside services and resources.
• Establish a strong, working relationships with the school staff, working with the teaching staff when they have a concern about the progress of a particular child.
• Be available after hours as needed for family and program accessibility.
• Provide information to parents about the opportunities/services in the school and community in a friendly, supportive fashion.
• Make home visits as necessary to support program objectives.
• Work with the school staff, administrators and parents to plan and participate in events that are for the community, families and children.
• Interpret and translate for interested parents to become involved in the school and coordinate their involvement in the classroom and school program.
• Identify barriers to attendance for Spanish speaking families and assist in identifying other student service needs and refer to appropriate community resources.
• Serve as liaison between Spanish speaking families, school, and community based agencies.
• Collaborate with teachers, guidance counselors and other professionals in assessing Spanish speaking student needs and designing strategies to help individual pupils.
• Assist Spanish speaking students and families in transitioning activities.
• Perform other duties consistent with assigned position as may be requested by immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Exceptional Children
SALARY: $141.57 - $230.52/daily; Depending on experience & qualifications
CONTRACT: 235 Days, balance adjusted for remainder of year.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Complete online application at: www.covington.kyschools.us .
• In-district applicants complete the Internal application and apply to the posting.
• Out-of-district applicants complete the Classified application and apply to the posting.
• Please direct questions about the online application process to Aisha Payne at aisha.payne@covington.kyschools.us .
• This position will be filled as soon as possible. All applications will be evaluated and screened.
• For information regarding the position contact Dr. Susan Pastor-Richard at susan.pastor-richard@covington.kyschools.us .

An Equal Opportunity Employer

103-2324-000

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $175.73 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Language:

• English and Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Covington, KY 41014 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $142 - $231