Per Diem - Haitian Creole Interpreter

Location: South Yarmouth

Position Type:

Stipends/Per Diem Haitian Creole Interpreter

Date Posted:

1/6/2026

Location:

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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WORK HOURS AND COMPENSATION

$35 per hour, on an as-needed basis; some evening or weekend assigments may be required. Year-round position, schedule to be determined by Communications and Community Relations Coordinator.

This position does not include benefits.

All applicants must be fingerprinted prior to hiring. Additional information regarding fingerprinting including scheduling an appointment may be found on our website. A CORI application must be completed with our Central Office.

SUMMARY:

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is seeking qualified interpreters fluent in English and Haitian Creole. The interpreter will provide language support for families and staff during school meetings, events, and communications to ensure meaningful access for non-English-speaking families.

This is a per diem position, scheduled as needed based on district requests (for example: parent conferences, open-houses, registration, or family events).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide accurate, impartial, and culturally appropriate oral interpretation between English and Haitian Creole during school meetings, phone calls, and events.

* Assist families in communicating with school and district staff about educational programs, student progress, and available services.

* Maintain confidentiality and impartiality in all interpreting assignments.

* Support communication for various district departments (ML, Special Education, Student Services, etc.).

* May include occasional written translation of short communications (e.g., notices, flyers, or forms).

* Record and submit hours worked and assignments in accordance with District procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

* Fluency in English and Haitian Creole.

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to interpret accurately and maintain confidentiality.

* Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Preferred:

* Prior experience providing interpretation in an educational, medical, or community setting.

* Familiarity with school terminology, IEP meetings, and family engagement settings.

* Completion of interpreter training or certification program (or willingness to complete training provided by the District).

PRIMARY JOB CONTACT:

Lila Spano, Communications and Community Relations Coordinator

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Administration

296 Station Avenue

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts 02664

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