DISTRICT INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR/TUTOR

Westfield Public Schools

  • Westfield, MA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for interpreter/translator in Spanish to work throughout the District where needed.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides accurate and concise translations of correspondence, reports, forms, articles, handbooks, technical manuals, legal documents and other instructional and education materials from English to a designated second language from clear copy, rough draft and transcription equipment, proofreads and assures accuracy of translated materials.
  • Interprets at a variety of meetings at the district office and school sites between school officials, students and parents/caregivers including IEP meetings; interprets student and parental concerns to school administrators; prepares related records.
  • Support families to access community resources as needed to promote student success in school
  • Participate in any necessary in-service training.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.
REPORTS TO:Director of Assessment and AccountabilityNon-contract employee, approximately 30 hours per week.Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.This position subject to funding.Requirements:REQUIREMENTS:
  • Associates degree/Bachelors degree (preferred)
  • Fluency in native language other than English.
  • Ability to communicate both orally and written, with staff, students and community.
  • Proficiency in computer operations and software to be used for performance duties including language instruction.
  • Prior related experience desirable; prior Westfield Public School experience preferred
Westfield Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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