Vietnamese Onsite and Video Community Interpreter

About Mindlink

Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.

About the Role

Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Vietnamese Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Portland OR and Vancouver WA area. This role includes both onsite interpretation at client sites and remote video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments. LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Vietnamese interpretation during IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, academic assessments, school events, and other events.
• Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics.
• Collaborate with educators, specialists, and administrators to ensure meaningful access for Vietnamese speaking families.
• Use tools such as LinguistLink for scheduling and feedback, and contribute to glossary development for school-specific terminology.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified third-party Vietnamese language proficiency.
• Native-level fluency in Vietnamese.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms.
• Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.

Preferred:

• Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program.
• Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation.
• Experience in K-12 educational settings, especially with IEPs and special education services.

Technical Requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet.
• Professional headset and webcam.
• Secure and quiet workspace.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible work from home options available