Spanish Interpreter

Job Summary

We are seeking highly skilled interpreters to support in-person Educational and Academic Meetings. This role requires strong proficiency in academic, pedagogical, and school-related terminology, along with the ability to provide precise, unbiased interpretation in formal school environments. Interpreters will play a critical role in ensuring clear communication between educators, students, and families while upholding strict confidentiality and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, complete, and impartial interpretation during parent-teacher conferences, student evaluation meetings, and academic disciplinary hearings.
• Interpret in real-time while preserving tone, intent, and educational context.
• Ensure all parties (teachers, parents, and students) fully understand statements, goals, and feedback without omission or alteration.

School & Academic Protocol:

• Demonstrate familiarity with educational procedures, school policies, and specialized student support programs (e.g., IEP or counseling meetings).
• Maintain professionalism at all times in formal school and administrative environments.
• Follow instructions from school principals, counselors, and educational coordinators as required.

Terminology & Accuracy:

• Apply strong knowledge of educational, pedagogical, and psychological terminology used in school settings.
• Clarify ambiguities when necessary while maintaining neutrality and pedagogical accuracy.
• Avoid summarization—interpret accurately to ensure parents fully grasp their child's academic progress.

Cultural Competence & Ethics:

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and family privacy (FERPA / local school privacy laws).
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity when facilitating communication with diverse families.
• Adhere to educational interpreter codes of ethics and professional conduct.

Availability & Reliability:

• Attend scheduled in-person school meetings promptly and prepared.
• Maintain consistent communication with school administration and scheduling coordinators.
• Be flexible to support urgent or time-sensitive academic situations when needed.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Accurately document interpretation hours, meeting dates, and school locations.
• Report any communication barriers, conflicts, or ethical concerns encountered during meetings to the school administration.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Proven experience in educational, community, or academic interpretation.
• Interpreter certification (preferred) or relevant professional training in educational settings.

Skills:

• Strong command of academic terminology and formal language usage.
• Excellent listening, memory retention, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in sensitive family-school environments.
• High level of empathy, professionalism, neutrality, and attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted on-site at schools, educational centers, and administrative school offices.
• Must adhere to all school-specific protocols, student safety regulations, and confidentiality standards.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work Location: In person

Tipo de puesto: Indefinido

Sueldo: $20.00 - $23.00 la hora

Beneficios:

• Flexible schedule

Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial

Benefits:

Salary : $20 - $23