Job Description
Are you looking for a flexible opportunity that works around your schedule?
Language Service Agency is seeking dependable and experienced on-call interpreters fluent in English and
Tigrinya .
In this role, you will provide critical language support during peak times, special projects, or to cover absences. The position is on-site and remotely in school settings throughout
Rochester school districts. This is a great opportunity to utilize your language skills, make a meaningful impact, and work in a role that adapts to your availability. Interpreters must be able to travel to school sites and will be responsible for assisting students, teachers and parents.
A Successful Interpreter should have a variety of skills and qualifications including:
- Communication: Most important in this role is the ability to professionally, concisely and accurately communicate across cultures in both verbal and written capacities in both English and Tigrinya .
- Fluency: An interpreter must have Native-Level proficiency in English and Tigrinya .
- Technological Proficiency: Expertise with Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and other remote communication platforms.
- Time Management: Ability to maintain a schedule and complete requested tasks on time.
- Ability to follow policies and procedures outlined by the language service agency.
- Three years of professional experience providing language services is preferred.
Interpreters will:
- Attend in person and/or remote meetings between parents, students and/or school staff in order to communicate spoken language in both English and Tigrinya in order to facilitate meaning and understanding for all participants.
- Interpret clearly and accurately, conveying the tone of the original speaker.
- Understand that many concepts, idioms and slang terms do not translate exactly between languages
- Assist the company with written and oral communication as needed
Responsibilities: - Accurately interpret and translate conversations and written documentation, conveying the original tone and intent.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including parents, students, and school staff.
- Manage time, assignments, and calendar effectively to complete all accepted work within expected timeframes.
- Connect with clients virtually, over the phone, and in person. Ensure timely communication is provided and attend meetings promptly.
- Continuously develop educational vocabulary and participate in professional development opportunities.
Qualifications: - Fluency in and ability to speak, write, and read in English and Tigrinya .
- Experience interpreting and translating in English and Tigrinya .
- Ability to travel onsite for client appointments in Rochester City School District.
- Ability to work remotely with strong Wi-Fi and with required equipment.
- Availability to accept job assignments Monday through Friday.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Team Networking & Connection
- Professional Development & Continuing Education Opportunities
- Mentorship Opportunities with Leadership
Are you Ready to Transform Lives One Word at a Time?
Apply now!
Related Skills/Experience: Language Translation, Language Interpretation, Multilingual, Educational Interpretation, Special Education Support, Advocate, Advocacy, Language Fluency
Job Tags
Remote job, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,