Classified_Interpreter

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Job : 4977901

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 09, 2024 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Interpreter

Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

Education Level and Certification: High school degree or GED. Interpreting experience preferred. Must be fluent and proficient in speaking, understanding, and translating multiple languages.

Reports To: Director of CIA or designee.

• Provide oral and/or written interpretation services during parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, school events, or any other meetings where communication between non-English speaking parents and school staff.
• Interpret both formal and informal communication, maintain neutrality, and ensure accurate translation and interpretations.
• Ensure clear and accurate transmission of information, including academic performance, behavioral concerns, special education plans, and other relevant school-related matters.
• Ensure translations are culturally and contextually appropriate for the target audience.
• Exhibit cultural sensitivity when interacting with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Be aware of cultural nuances and adjust communication style accordingly.
• Maintain fluency in multiple languages and keep apprised of new words, terminology, and phrases in different languages.
• Serve as a role model to all students.
• Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
• Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

At-Will Position.This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Essential Functions: The essential functions of the Interpreter position include: (1) regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which require effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements:

Physical Requirements
Interpreter
E = Essential

NE = Non-Essential

NE

NE

E

E

E

Stamina

1. Sitting

X

2. Walking

X

3. Standing

X

4. Sprinting/Running

X

Flexibility

5. Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person

X

6. Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person

X

7. Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling

X

8. Reaching above the head

X

9. Reaching forward

X

10. Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.)

X

Activities

11. Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.)

X

12. Hand/grip strength

X

13. Driving on the job

X

14. Typing non-stop

X

Use of Arms and Hands

15. Manual dexterity (using a wrench or screwing a lid on a jar)

X

16. Finger dexterity (typing or putting a nut on a bolt)

X

Lifting Requirements

17. Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

18. Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

19. Lifting 26 to…