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Job Title: Contractor - Spanish Interpreter
Rate: $25.00/hour
Are you a bilingual communication bridge-builder who believes every family deserves a voice in their child's education?
We are seeking a professional, empathetic, and highly skilled Remote Spanish Interpreter to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will facilitate clear, accurate communication between school staff and students' families.
Because this role is 100% remote with variable hours, it offers incredible flexibility. It is ideal for someone looking to supplement their income while making a tangible, positive impact on educational equity.
Key Responsibilities
As an educational interpreter, you will be the voice of connection. Your primary duties will include:
To excel in this role, you must bring both linguistic expertise and technical reliability to your home office.
Apply online.
Rate: $25.00/hour
- Position Type: Part-Time Contract (1099 Independent Contractor)
- Location: 100% Remote (Work from Home)
- Hours: Variable / On-Demand (Based on school district needs)
Are you a bilingual communication bridge-builder who believes every family deserves a voice in their child's education?
We are seeking a professional, empathetic, and highly skilled Remote Spanish Interpreter to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will facilitate clear, accurate communication between school staff and students' families.
Because this role is 100% remote with variable hours, it offers incredible flexibility. It is ideal for someone looking to supplement their income while making a tangible, positive impact on educational equity.
Key Responsibilities
As an educational interpreter, you will be the voice of connection. Your primary duties will include:
- Remote Interpretation: Provide high-quality consecutive (and occasionally simultaneous) interpretation for various check-ins with families.
- Make Independent Calls: Acquire information in response to pre-written questions.
- Maintain Strict Confidentiality:
- Cultural Mediation: Serve as a cultural bridge, ensuring that nuances and context are accurately conveyed without altering the meaning of the original message.
- Professional Conduct: Remain impartial, objective, and professional at all times, regardless of the nature of the meeting.
To excel in this role, you must bring both linguistic expertise and technical reliability to your home office.
- Linguistic Excellence: Native or near-native fluency in both English and Spanish, with a deep understanding of cultural nuances in various Spanish-speaking communities. Professional-grade written Spanish and English.
- Educational Terminology: Prior experience with or a strong understanding of educational jargon, special education terms, and school policies is highly preferred but not required.
- Technology Setup:
- A quiet, private, distraction-free workspace.
- A reliable, high-speed internet connection (hardwired preferred).
- A computer with a high-definition webcam and a professional USB headset with a noise-canceling microphone.
- Proficiency with video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet).
- Experience & Certifications:
- Minimum of 12 years of professional interpreting experience (educational or community interpreting preferred).
- Certification from a recognized interpreting body (e.g., ATA, court certification, or community interpreting credentials) is a significant plus.
Apply online.
Salary : $25