Part-Time Communications Assistant: Translator

About the role

The Branson School is a coeducational, college-preparatory day school of 420 students, grades 9-12, located in Marin County, Ross, California. Branson's mission is to develop students who make a positive impact in the world by leading lives of integrity, purpose, learning, and joy. Branson is an ever-evolving educational community that challenges and supports students as they grow into confident, thoughtful, ethical people. We encourage students to be brave in whatever they do – in the classroom, on the field, on stage, in the community, even with their peers. Branson also believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to create a truly excellent learning environment and a vibrant, caring community. From the classroom, to affinity spaces, to athletics, clubs, and beyond, we aspire to ensure that every member of the Branson community feels a deep sense of belonging and inclusion. At the heart of Branson is the trusting, dynamic relationship between dedicated teachers and students. The Branson faculty and staff value student-centered teaching and decision-making, continual growth, and collaboration. They respond to challenges with open minds and creative spirits, and they fully participate in the Branson community in a multitude of roles. They are widely regarded as outstanding, innovative leaders in teaching and their areas of expertise. Branson faculty and staff work and collaborate together on our beautiful, 17-acre campus, where a shared sense of purpose and love for their students create a joyful and tight-knit community.

Mission Statement: Branson develops students who make a positive impact in the world by leading lives of integrity, purpose, learning, and joy.

Community Statement of Belonging: Branson believes that the well-being of people and the planet are inextricably linked and are essential to creating a truly excellent learning environment and a vibrant, caring community. We aspire to have every member of the Branson community feel a deep sense of belonging and inclusion.

Core Values: Courage, Kindness, Honor, Purpose

Responsibilities

• Review AI-generated Spanish translations for accuracy and style, correcting errors in accordance with Branson's style guide and best practices in writing and editing
• Directly translate a wide range of communications from English to Spanish, including: email messages, Google forms, weekly "BULLetin" e-newsletter, handbooks, brochures, and more
• Use Finalsite, Branson's email and website CMS to design and build email messages in Spanish as directed
• Receive assignments and track workflow in a Google sheet (Branson's Communications Calendar)
• Update and maintain Branson's translation style guide
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Excellent editing and proofreading skills in English and Spanish
• Strong bilingual interpretation skills; the ability to convey the non-literal meaning of a phrase
• Ease and experience with Google suite applications
• Experience in Finalsite's CMS editor is a plus but not required
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• The ability to deliver on deadlines and work quickly and efficiently – this work is highly time sensitive
• Attention to detail in grammar and punctuation
• Flexibility; the ability to commit to a specific weekly schedule and to work on short notice when required
• Tact and discretion; at times this role will give access to information that is not yet available to the Branson community as a whole
• Patience and a sense of humor!

Pay

Hourly rate based on experience – range between $30.00-$35.00/hr. Hours will be tracked via Branson's online payroll system. This role is not eligible for benefits.

Schedule

Hours per week will vary depending on the tasks to be done. Expect a minimum of 2 hours a week and an occasional maximum of 10. Most weeks will average 3-5 hours. Remote work is encouraged/preferred. This is a year-round role, though the needs are lighter between June and July.