Multilingual Learners | 8hr Translator/Interpreter | School Year at Fort Wayne Community Schools

PURPOSE

Provide oral interpreting and written translation services for language minority

students and their families. Serve as a liaison between language minority families,

FWCS, schools, and personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Graduation from high school.
• Must possess knowledge of the general aspects, methods, processes, principles, practices, procedures and terminology used in assigned field.
• Must be proficient in English and at least one other language.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• College degree, training in the field of translation and interpreting, recognized certification in translation and/or interpreting.
• Candidates with two years’ experience in translation and/or interpreting, and experience working with students or families in a social services or educational environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide interpretation and translation services to facilitate communications

among students, faculty, staff, parents and others; utilize appropriate register of

the language and intent of the speaker. Serve as a liaison between language

minority families, FWCS, schools, and personnel.

• Interpret for meetings, conferences, telephone calls, counseling functions, field

trips, assemblies, and various other events and activities. Assist families with

enrolling and completing required forms and applications

• Translate written communications between FWCS personnel, schools, outside

agencies and limited or non-English speaking families.

• Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences, trainings and in-services

as assigned.

• Must be able to transport self to various locations within the FWCS district.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet specific needs of the school or unit.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty-five (25) pounds or more.
• Outdoor Work: Tolerance of work outside in various weather conditions.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.