DISTRICT TRANSLATOR/INTERPRETER

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to prepare written translation or interpreter  correspondence, educational and general materials from English to Spanish or another language other than English; to provide oral interpretation for District staff and auxiliary personnel; and to do other related work as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Translate correspondence, minutes from various meetings, notices, bulletins, instructional and educational materials, and general forms, into written form, using appropriate expressions, comprehensibility, grammar and syntax;
• Translate and Interpret complex documents such as Individual Education Plans, psycho-educational, nurse, speech, and occupational therapy reports, and school-related  reports, such as Child Welfare and Attendance documents, disciplinary reports, and board action items;
• Review translated materials submitted by other personnel and edit for accuracy;
• Assist School Psychologist, Speech Specialists, and other auxiliary personnel and staff in the administration of tests and surveys to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students;
• Assist auxiliary personnel and other District personnel in conferencing with LEP parents;
• Attend EAS/SAT meetings to assist with interpreting to and for LEP students and completing the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) in Spanish or another foreign language to English;
• Interpret at governing board meetings, district and school site presentations, parent meetings/fairs, and other district and school site events;
• Assist school sites with interpretation and translation activities;
• Travel to school sites to provide interpretation services (on occasion, this will require an adjustment to work schedule for meetings that occur before 8:00am and after 5:00pm);
• Understand and be sensitive to cultural diversity
• Serve as a technical resource;
• Explain words and phrases for meaning and appropriateness.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS 

KNOWLEDGE  OF

• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
• Correct Spanish or other non-English language usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
• English and Spanish or other non-English language equivalent of general, technical and subject matter terms;
• Regional differences in work usage and idioms.

ABILITY TO:

• Speak, read and write effectively in idiomatic English and Spanish or other non-English language;
• Produce written materials in appropriate, grammatically correct Spanish or other non-English language;
• Establish rapport with LEP students and parents;
• Edit articles for publication;
• Work without technical supervision and take responsibility for accurate product;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Organize tasks, set priorities
• Perform repetitive & varied tasks;
• Manage multiple tasks;
• Respond appropriately to evaluation & changes in the work setting.  
• Work autonomously
• Type at a rate necessary to effectively perform the clerical functions of the position.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and public contacted in the course of work.

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TRANSLATOR / INTERPRETER

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EDUCATION

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above.

EXPERIENCE

Work experience in composing, editing and/or translating materials in English and the required non-English language.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• If required to drive a vehicle in the performance of duties, operator must possess a valid and appropriate California Driver's License;
• Have an acceptable driving record to qualify for insurability with the District's insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands: Sit, look down, turn neck (frequently); walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach, twist(occasionally); squat, kneel, push, pull, climb stairs (infrequently); lift & carry items to 10 pounds (occasionally), to 25 pounds (infrequently); grasp/ manipulate materials and supplies (frequently); use seeing, hearing & speaking (continuously). 

Working Conditions: Indoor office space, outdoor school yard & grounds.  Exposure to: student & playground noise, seasonal temperatures, dust and wind, use of office equipment and supplies; travel to all schools within the district to provide translation/interpretation services. 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.