Spanish Interpreter Assistant

Level 5 Qualifications High School Diploma or GED requiredCertificate: Foreign Language Interpreting preferredAbility to use email or willingness to learn skill with trainingAbility to use and manipulate Excel spreadsheet documentsWorking knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax and idiomatic usage of English and SpanishWorking knowledge of English and Spanish equivalent translations of general, technical and subject-matter termsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to proofread paperwork in English and SpanishKnowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives preferredAble to demonstrate the ability to speak, read and write proficiently in English and SpanishHave a working knowledge of idiomatic phrases in English and SpanishAbility to understand and follow oral and written directionsAbility to work without direct supervisionAbility to pay great attention to detail in all assigned dutiesMaintains and takes responsibility for accuracy and completeness of interpretationAble to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District personnel and the publicAbility to utilize online resourcesAbility to operate a personal computer and peripheral equipment using modern software; operate a variety of modern office machines and equipment such as a calculator, scanner, fax and copierAble to provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely mannerUnderstands the need for complete confidentiality in all matters relating their assigned duties Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt Reports To Deputy Superintendent Job Goal To strengthen and facilitate communication in the language most beneficial between students and parents in the educational environmentTo interpret learning and behavior goals that are in the school district's curriculum so that the student is able to benefit from these provisions Performance Responsibilities For Educational Interpreter Work cooperatively and collaboratively with teachers and other staff members, administrators, and parentsInteract positively with all students, parents and staff, and model appropriate dress and behaviorAnswer phone calls from Spanish-speaking parentsRespond to email from District personnel, contacting parents with messages from said personnelContact necessary District personnel to schedule conferences, answer parent questions and concerns, etc.Provide interpretation for parents during enrollments and parent meetingsInterpret simultaneously or consecutively into Spanish while maintaining message content, context and style as much as possible during all conferences and meetings between Spanish-speaking parents and District personnelFollow ethical codes and canons of interpretingInterpreters shall not disclose privileged or confidential communications or information acquired in the course of interpreting or preparing for interpretation, unless authorized by the DistrictAssist in the preparation and dissemination of written translations of District documents, examinations, and/or other instructional and educational materialsAssist with the preparation of written translations of technical, educational and general material for use by District personnel and may also act as an interpreter for district employeesCompile terminology and information to be used in interpreting and in translations, including technical terms used in the educational setting, such as in district and state-wide testingProofread and suggest revisions for translated materialsPerform other duties as assigned Terms Of Employment The duration of the position is contingent upon the continued funding of the program, project, or assignment for which the appointment is made. The salary and work calendar is to be established by the Board of Education. Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy by the immediate supervisor, utilizing the Independence School District School Support Staff Performance Based Evaluation.