Translator, Spanish Interpreter (9677)

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: The Bilingual Education department provides language support to assist in the communication of academic information between schools and parents to increase engagement in school activities and district-wide functions. This full range of language services are designed to help in BISD’s mission of providing a

comprehensive educational experience to prepare our students for college, career and life.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or GED required;
• College credit hours, preferred;
• Interpreter/Translator certification, preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Fluent Spanish speaking, listening, reading and writing abilities
• Skill in translating spoken words from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English at a normal speaking rate.
• Ability to translate verbal messages to written documents and written documents to verbal messages in both Spanish and English.

• Ability to adapt language based on the level of the student and parent.
• Skill in utilizing electronic systems to locate and submit data/information
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities.
• Ability to utilize basic office equipment, including fax, copier, scanner, computer, etc.
• Proficient skills in keyboarding, word processing, and operating computer software
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Experience:

• Professional interpretation and translation experience preferred

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Translates a wide variety of documents from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English such as department newsletters, curriculum documents and assessment resources.
• Interprets orally from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English during conferences, telephone calls, information sessions, emergency situations, etc.
• Assists Spanish-speaking students and their families with the school enrollment process.
• Serves as liaison between the school district and our families.
• Performs other related work as required to support the Bilingual Education department in meeting compliance requirements, such as LPAC responsibilities and Title III engagement activities.
• Occasional after hour events.
• Occasional driving to various campus locations.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Keeps informed of and complies with all state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions.
• Keeps informed of Bilingual Education program terminology in both Spanish and English
• Attends department meetings as required.
• Attends professional development for translators/interpreters, etc.

Organization Morale:

• Participates in team building activities and the decision-making process as appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information according to the Family Education Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Positively communicate and represent the District and Department vision/mission.

Other Responsibilities:

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing
• Motion: Use computer for prolonged period resulting in repetitive hand motions
• Lifting: Lift and move up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Environment: Work with frequent interruptions
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Salary : $19 - $28