What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interpreter- School position at Point Quest?
Job Title:
Interpreter- SchoolPay Range:
$25-$35 and hour
Job Description:
2026/2027 School Year |Up to $35/hr. | Interpreter | PRN On Call | Conroe, Texas | In-Person Only
About the Role:
Provide interpretation services for students and families, for school meetings. This role requires strong real-time interpreting skills, collaboration with teachers, staff, and related service providers to support student/family during meetings and conferences.
Languages Needed:
Akan/Congo
Dutch/Flemish
Farsi/Persian/Iranian
Gujarati
Himong/Mong
Italian
Khmer/Cambodian
Lao-Laotian
Marathi
Panjabi, Eastern
Swahili/Kiswahili
Tagalong
Turkish
Why Join Us:
- Founded and operated by practitioners and therapists who understand the work and prioritize meaningful support
- Supportive, collaborative school-based environment
- Collaborate with teachers, SPED staff, and related service providers to support student success and IEP goals
- Support communication during meetings, assessments, and other school activities as needed
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards of interpreting
What We're Looking For:
Must Have: Professional fluency in English and at least one of the following languages:
Akan/Congo
Dutch/Flemish
Farsi/Persian/Iranian
Gujarati
Himong/Mong
Italian
Khmer/Cambodian
Lao-Laotian
Marathi
Panjabi, Eastern
Swahili/Kiswahili
Tagalong
Turkish
Experience providing interpretation in professional, educational, healthcare, or community settings.- Ability to pass Simulated Interpretation Exercise.
- Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to interpret accurately in real time.
- Ability to pass background screening appropriate for school-aged populations.
- Educational Context Training includes FERPA confidentiality protocol. A signed FERPA acknowledgment on file before any placement.
Preferred:
- Bilingual education degree or linguistics background.
- National interpreter certification or completion of a recognized interpreter training program. ATA (American Translators Association) membership or certification. CCHI or CoreCHI certification, NBCMI certification.
- Experience working in school-based or educational settings
- Familiarity with IEP environments and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication, organization, and adaptability
About Point Quest Group:
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350 school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We provide in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, ensuring every student receives the personalized support they need to succeed.
Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $25 - $35