Interpreter Non-Certified English as a Second Language Spanish

Qualifications

Essential Functions:

• All of the following must be met at time of application except when noted:
• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Orally fluent in both the targeted language and English.
• Fluent in written targeted language and English and able to type in both languages.
• Must have a valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Desired experience working with parents, staff and community in the targeted language and in schools.
• Familiar with technology.
• Respected in the community and understands the importance of confidentiality.
• Fluent in more than two languages.
• Experience as a language interpreter.
• Flexible schedule.
• Effective communication skills.

Functions:

• Provide written, typed and oral translations in the targeted language.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, principals and students to ensure parents have information in a language that they are able to understand.
• Adjust day hours to attend evening and after school meetings as and when needed.
• Have access to a telephone/cellphone as and when needed.
• Serve as language liaison between staff and families.
• Provide language assistance in the school and classroom as and when needed to ensure a smooth transition for LEP students and families.
• Regularly attend school and district meetings where language interpreters are needed.
• Regularly provide support in the targeted language as and when needed in person, via computer or phone.
• Drive between school buildings, district buildings and across the city to provide translations as and when needed.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear and type; frequently required to walk, sit, drive, stand, kneel or crouch; use hands to type, handle and carry objects; may be required to lift up to 25 pounds in weight. The employee must have the mobility to frequently travel to school sites.

General Expectations

• Responsible for working cooperatively and effectively with members of the public, other employees, related public agency staff, community businesses and service providers.
• Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping and reports as required.
• Responsible for driving a motor vehicle with a valid Ohio operator's license as required by the position.
• Required to travel both within and outside of the school district.
• Required to attend meetings, in-services and training programs as related to the position held.

Pay

See current "Schedule of Salaries".

Schedule

As needed.