On-site Interpreter

Position Summary

As a 1099 Contract Interpreter, you will play a vital role in supporting diverse communities by delivering on-site interpretation services in a variety of settings. This role offers flexible, per diem assignments with competitive pay, allowing you to build a rewarding and scalable career.

Requirements

• Provide accurate, on-site interpretation between English and your target language
• Travel to client locations within a 30-mile radius
• Maintain professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and appropriate tone during all assignments
• Deliver clear and complete interpretation without omissions or additions
• Follow all interpreter ethics standards, including those set by the IMIA, NCIHC, ATA, NAJIT, and ISO
• Uphold principles of confidentiality, accuracy, impartiality, professionalism, and cultural competence in every assignment
• Respond promptly to scheduled assignments and communicate effectively with clients
• Uphold strict confidentiality and ethical standards
• Provide excellent customer service in all interactions
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must reside within a 30-mile radius of Boston, MA
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to assignments
• Strong commitment to punctuality, preparation, and professionalism

Languages Currently in Demand

• Afar
• Dari
• Farsi
• Karen
• Kinyarwanda
• Kirundi (Rundi)
• Kurdish
• Luganda
• Mai Mai
• Pashto
• Portuguese
• Somali
• Swahili
• Tigrinya
• Turkish
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

Benefits

• Competitive pay: Starting at $25.00 per hour (with potential for higher rates based on experience and specialization)
• Flexible scheduling: Accept assignments that fit your availability
• Professional growth: Opportunities to gain experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation

Pay

Starting at $25.00 per hour (with potential for higher rates based on experience and specialization)

Schedule

Flexible scheduling: Accept assignments that fit your availability

Skills

Must be bilingual and professional

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must reside within a 30-mile radius of Boston, MA
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to assignments
• Strong commitment to punctuality, preparation, and professionalism