Job Description

District Spanish Interpreter and Translator

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: District Spanish Interpreter and Translator

Work Year: 177 Work Days

Department: Student Support Services

Reports To: Executive Director of Student Support Services

Salary Range: Translator Salary Schedule

Benefits: Fringe benefits based on Schedule B

Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary Of Functions:

The purpose of the District Translator/Interpreter is to provide interpretation (oral) and translation (written) of correspondence, forms, articles, technical manuals, and other instructional and educational materials from English to Spanish; serve as an interpreter for a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, and special events; perform related clerical duties; provide effective communication between the school, the District, the student's family, and appropriate public agencies

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English and Spanish
• Minimum of two years' work experience translating and interpreting materials
• Valid Colorado Driver License
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Skills And Knowledge:

• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and idiomatic usage of English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of English and Spanish equivalent translations of general, technical, and subject-matter terms.
• Knowledge of Special Education language, documents, and procedures.
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of telephone techniques and etiquette.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
• Ability to demonstrate the ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English and Spanish.
• Ability to read, speak, and write effectively in idiomatic English and Spanish
• Ability to work without technical supervision.
• Ability to be attentive to detail and take responsibility for accuracy of translation.
• Ability to edit articles for publication in English and Spanish.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District personnel and the public.
• Ability to proficiently use and operate a computer and keyboard.
• Ability to identify and correct translation errors.
• Ability to utilize online resources.
• Ability to travel to multiple sites.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and peripheral equipment using modern software; operate a variety of modern office machines and equipment such as a typewriter, calculator, fax and copier.
• Ability to provide information and assistance to parents, the general public, and other staff members in a helpful, courteous, and timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information obtained in the course of work.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities:

• Translate accurately and concisely documents from English to Spanish and Spanish to English for the purpose of providing translation and interpretation for school and District-level functions
• Provide interpretation for parents during enrollment, suspensions, expulsions, IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other parent meetings, sometimes outside normal work hours
• Provide Spanish translations of various information posted on the district's website
• Perform a wide variety of clerical work (e.g. typing, compiling terminology lists/glossaries, recording information, maintaining filing systems, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the district in providing necessary records/materials in both English and Spanish
• Prepare and disseminate (as appropriate) written translations of IEPs, legal materials, workbooks, news articles, examinations, other instructional and educational materials, bulletins, correspondence, minutes, and forms
• Answer inquiries and interpret and explain words and phrases for meaning and appropriateness
• Translates verbatim and idiomatic materials and conversations for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of information conveyed in both English and Spanish
• Prepare written translations of technical, educational, and general material for use by District personnel, parents, and the public and provide simultaneous interpretations at District meetings, including the use of headphones and microphones, when available.
• Ensure that translations retain the content, meaning, and feeling of the original material
• Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions
• Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms such as those for educational material
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all translated documents
• Maintain cultural sensitivity when relaying concepts and ideas between languages
• Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into Spanish while maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible
• Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary
• Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information

Non-Essential Duties:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Student Support Services

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Instructions for Applying: All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree and any other materials requested on the application. Please note: If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities.

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