MEP Interpreter​/Translator

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  966-MEP - MEP Office - Eastern MA - Lynn, MA 01901
• Position Type:
  Part Time
• Education Level: Not Specified
• Salary Range: $31.60 - $31.60 Hourly
• Travel Percentage:
  Up to 25%
• Job Category:
  Professional Services

At Collaborative for Educational Services (CES), we are looking for dedicated bilingual individuals to serve as a critical link between families and educational support. As an Interpreter/Translator, you won’t just be translating words—you’ll be building trust, fostering understanding, and empowering students to succeed.

• Facilitate Connection:
  Provide interpretation (in-person, via phone, or video) between families and staff.
• Empower Families:
  Explain the nuances of the program to ensure students get the resources they need.
• Coordinate:
  Respond promptly to scheduling needs and maintain a high standard of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Collaborate:
  Work closely with your supervisor to ensure the highest quality of support.

• Language Expertise:
  Fluency in English and at least one of the following - Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole and/or K’iche’ (Qiché).
• Tech Savvy:
  Access to reliable technology that supports Google Meet and Whats App.
• Cultural Competence:
  The ability to converse effectively with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliability:
  Ability to pass a CORI screening and travel between site locations if required.

• Schedule:
  
  Flexible hours, including potential evenings.
• Commitment:
  Part-time (typically 2–10 hours per week, depending on program needs).

CES is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds. Candidates whose backgrounds are well suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student populations we serve are encouraged to apply.