What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant Interpreter position at McGees Crossroads Elementary?
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Title: Interpreter/Parent Liaison
Childrens Department
Qualifications:
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Literacy and Oral Proficiency, High School Diploma, organizational and computer skills, an honest work ethic, a desire to serve the LEP population, good communication skills, and a willingness to be a team player.
Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent. Must meet the requirements for Highly Qualified Status by having one of the following qualifications: (1) Hold a 2 or 4 year degree, (2) Have completed 48 Semester Hours, or (3) Have completed the Pathways to TA Class and completed the accompanying WorkKeys Test. Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children. Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.
Essential Functions:
- Translate a variety of documents (literary, legal, technical, educational) and other materials, insuring preservation of original meaning;
- Consult with colleagues in order to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately;
- Refer to online translation tools for additional assistance with translation/interpretation;
- Schedule meetings and appointments;
- Attend meetings to translate/interpret for non-English speaking families;
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with families;
- Work with colleagues from different specialties to provide support to families
- Communicate with parents, teachers and administrators to understand student's and family's challenges specific to their culture and native languages;
- Must also be able to perform receptionist duties when needed in school offices (welcome visitors, answer phone calls and take/deliver messages.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for light work.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- A minimum of 2 years of working with parents, families, and community members
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents, schools, community and district personnel both orally and in writing
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Valid Driver’s License
- DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.