Spanish Language Interpreter - Vacancy ID: 275968

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Spanish Language Interpreter/Translator

REPORTS TO: Chief Academic Officer and ELL Program Leader

COORDINATES WITH: Other interpreters/translators, school staff

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent, and demonstrated ability to speak, 

understand, read and write fluently in both English and Spanish; or any

equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the

required knowledge, skills and abilities

COMPENSATION SCHEDULE: Instructional Assistant

$4,000 retention bonus ($2,000 per semester)

Occasional overtime for required activities outside regular work hours

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 188 days

WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS: 7.5  hours daily by schedule

*EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVES

Assists district and school personnel as well as Spanish-speaking parents and students in communicating more effectively.  Employees are responsible for oral translations during open houses, parent/teacher and parent/administrator conferences, and during emergency situations in which language is a barrier for resolving the situation.  Employees are responsible for written translations between both languages for a variety of purposes (school activities notifications, student progress, disciplinary actions, school records, medical records, notes from parents, etc.)

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Sufficient command of English and second language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation to prepare professional correspondence and standardized reports. 
• Sufficient keyboarding skill to perform data entry onto preformatted screens and to compose correspondence at a rate sufficient for successful job performance.
• Sufficient human relations skill to communicate technical concepts to others and convey a positive, service-oriented image of the department. 
• Learn record-keeping methods and requirements as established by the department.
• Flexibility to function in a variety of school and school related settings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oral interpretation and written translation from Spanish into English and from English into Spanish
• Oral interpretation during meetings, such as IEP meetings, hearings, and other times as assigned.
• Written translation of IEPs, assessment reports, forms, communications, discipline reports, report cards, and related documents. Assists by interpreting for parents and staff the meaning of words and phrases. 
• Assists staff in contacting Spanish or other non-English speaking parents/guardians.
• Assists Spanish-speaking students and their families with the school enrollment process.
• Facilitates academic and personal communication for program students by providing interpreting services during tutoring sessions, counseling sessions, annual reviews, school assemblies, and after school activities (conferences, open houses, etc). 
• Participates in professional growth and training, building meetings, and ELL department meetings as appropriate, conducted  by ELL Department Program Leader.
• Clearly provides a schedule of availability and commitments to necessary staff.
• May perform a variety of clerical tasks, including typing, making copies, collating, gathering resource information and materials, filing, food program record keeping, fundraising activities, answering phones, taking and relaying messages, word processing.
•  Acts as a positive role model for students and maintains confidentiality regarding work with students and families.
• Communication of phone messages and attendance calls to the office and school staff.
• Assist teachers with Spanish-speaking students in the classroom if available.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

• Remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace in compliance with Policy 4122.01 throughout their employment in the District.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities necessary within the scope of this employment position as assigned by the Superintendent or designee. 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform light physical work, frequently lifting up to ten pounds without  assistance in an indoor setting
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, up to six hours in an eight-hour day
• Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times throughout the shift
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, lift, carry, push, pull, balance, kneel, stoop, bend, reach in all directions, handle, and feel
• Ability to move throughout the building and from building to building
• Dexterity and hand/eye coordination necessary to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment such as fax machine, copier, etc.
• Hearing ability adequate to participate in numerous conversations throughout the day, both in person and over the telephone, or ability to utilize an interpreter or assistive technology for the deaf or hard of hearing to complete such tasks
• Vision ability adequate to read handwritten or printed materials, or ability to utilize an interpreter or assistive technology for the blind to complete such tasks
• Ability to complete job activities in an environment where background noise, loud noise, and frequent interruptions are the norm

• Ability to maintain concentration and focus on tasks requiring timeliness and accuracy 

• Ability to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person to provide information and assistance
• Ability to follow safety procedures and monitor the work environment for safety concerns

*No overtime eligible employee  may perform overtime work for the District without prior supervisory approval. No non-exempt employee may perform work for the District outside of his/her regular schedule without prior supervisory approval. Violations of this requirement will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination from employment.

The Fond du Lac School District does not discriminate in the employment of staff on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including sexual orientation), pregnancy, creed or religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.31, Wis. Stats.), ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District's premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.

*The Fond du Lac School District reserves the right to modify the above job description at any time.

By signing this job description, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the duties, qualifications and requirements of the position.  My signature further attests that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.  I understand that this job description does not represent a contract of employment and that the Fond du Lac School District reserves the right to change duties, responsibilities or activities with or without notice.