Job Description

Leominster Publics Schools

Portuguese Interpreter/Translator - District-wide

Job Goal:

Under the direction of special education administration and as assigned through the special education process, the Special Education Portuguese language interpreter/translator will follow a schedule of meetings across the district that require interpretation according to students' Home Language. The Special Education Portuguese language interpreter/translator will assist with scheduling and confirming meetings, translate documents, and serve as interpreter as assigned by special education administration during school hours.

Qualifications:

• Proficient communication in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing)
• Fluent interpreting, reading, and writing skills
• Ability to travel around the district
• Bilingual/Bicultural highly preferred
• Interpretation certification
• Experience working with diverse communities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team
• Strong computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, Aspen

Responsibilities:

• Follow a schedule provided by special education administrators for interpreting for parents/guardians/students in their first language at team meetings amd/or during assessments
• Translate documents at the request of special education administrators
• Maintain confidentiality of students and families
• Maintain, confirm and reconcile schedule for Special Education staff members and outside providers
• Maintain a schedule on the Google calendar and share it with special education administrator's weekly
• Maintain school files, paperwork and process
• Communicate with district staff and administrators
• Schedule and reschedule meetings as needed
• Other duties as assigned by special education administrators

Position Reports to: Director of Special Education

Please submit cover letter, resume and letters of reference. Leominster Public Schools

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