Grade Level II: Translator​/Office Assistant

Grade Level II:
Translator/Office Assistant | 1 Vacancy |

Position Type:
Administrative Assistant / Administrative Assistant
Date Posted:
September 10, 2025

Location:

Proviso East High School

Date Available:

Upon Approval
Closing Date:
Until Filled

The Translator/Office Assistant provides high-quality translation and interpretation services to support effective communication between Spanish-speaking families and the school community. This position strengthens parent and family engagement by ensuring meaningful access to information, resources, and opportunities for participation in their children’s education. The Translator/Office Assistant also performs general clerical and office support functions to facilitate efficient school operations.

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English; demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing both languages fluently.
• Prior experience in translation/interpretation, preferably in an educational or community-based setting.
• Ability to convey information accurately and maintain the style and intent of the original communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, families, staff, and community members from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to cross-cultural communication and confidentiality requirements.
• Educational background and cultural competence commensurate with the District’s student and family population.
• Excellent organizational, clerical, and technology skills, including use of standard office software and equipment.
• Commitment to punctuality, reliability, and responsiveness to the needs of the District.
• Licensure / Certification Requirements (per Illinois School Code):
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in English and the target language (Spanish).
  • Must complete Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)-approved training for interpreters/translators in educational settings, covering: (1) interpreting/translating in an educational setting; (2) ethics of interpretation; and (3) technical terminology.
  • Must maintain the designation of Qualified IEP Interpreter for participation in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 meetings, through completion of required professional development and adherence to ISBE standards.
  • Must pass a fingerprint‑based criminal history records check with the Illinois State Police and FBI as required by 105 ILCS 5/10-21.9; employment is contingent upon clearance.

• Serve as the first point of contact for Spanish-speaking students, parents, and community members in the school office.
• Provide accurate and timely oral interpretation during meetings, conferences, phone calls, and school events.
• Translate written documents, including correspondence, announcements, forms, notices, website content, flyers, and outreach materials.
• Support certified staff and administrators by interpreting documents, verifying information, and communicating with Spanish-speaking stakeholders.
• Assist school staff in conveying technical and educational information to families in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Perform office support tasks, including recordkeeping, data entry, message retrieval, and clerical functions, with emphasis on services for Spanish-speaking stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, staff, and district information at all times in compliance with federal, state, and District policies.
• Collaborate with building-level translators/office aides and district personnel to ensure consistency, accuracy, and cultural sensitivity in all communications.
• Provide interpretive services for parent-teacher conferences, IEP and 504 meetings, disciplinary hearings, and other school-related meetings.
• Support District-wide initiatives, events, and communications as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the District.

• Twelve (12) month position.
• Salary and benefits as outlined in the Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement:
  Support Staff Contract.
• Conditions of employment, including probation, evaluation, seniority, and leaves, shall…