What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOREIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER/DOCUMENT TRANSLATOR position at Puyallup School District?
Classified Hourly Position
10/1/2026
District Wide
UPON HIRE
POOL
Posting: AP7917
Location: District Wide
Position: Language Interpreter/Document Translator
Rate: $26.38
Hours: Varies
Calendar: Varies
Notes: POOL POSITION FOR THE 26-27 SCHOOL YEAR
Currently seeking additional interpreters for the following languages:
* Ukrainian
* Russian
* Pashto
* Farsi
* Marshallese
Purpose of position:
To engage non-English speaking families with the services provided by the school(s). Responsibilities vary with individual assignment, but typically include interpreting, translating documents, recording school messenger information, working with attendance matters and working with families to optimize the services provided.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
- Ability to read, write and speak language (e.g. Spanish, etc.) and English with excellent oral communication skills.
- Interpreter certification or Seal of Biliteracy preferred.
- Proven interpretation/translation experience required.
- Valid driver's license is required.
- Able to maintain strong, productive relationships with other employees, parents, and students.
- Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, staff and program.
- All hourly support positions require fingerprinting and background check for new employees.
See the Miscellaneous Hourly Employees salary schedules and benefit information at: Agreements & Salary Schedules - Puyallup School District (puyallupsd.org)
Questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at personnel@puyallupsd.org
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