Translator - Foreign Language - Early Learning - Tualatin Early Childhood Center

Job Title:

Translator
- Foreign Language

Department:
Early Learning

Location:

Tualatin Early Childhood Center (home base). Will also support locations in Hillsboro and Beaverton.

Reports To:

Coordinator
- Early Learning

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit:
Classified, OSEA

Compensation:
Classified Salary Schedule
- Range O ($27.49 - 32.86 per hour, DOE)

Workdays: 190 days per year

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT:
In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

General Description:

In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, this position provides exact interpretation between the staff and the non-English speaking community (children and adults/parents) in school-related activities and meetings. The interpreter will also be called upon to provide exact written translations of documents.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must have specialized training in foreign language translation or relevant work experience

2. Proven competency in both written and oral language translation

3. Valid Driver's License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

2. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations

3. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor

4. Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word)

5. Ability to work with a very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills

6. Ability to work in a wide variety of educational settings, special education classrooms, general education classrooms, and the community

Essential functions:

Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.

A. Provide exact verbal translations for all aspects of the instructional program: intake/evaluation, IFSP/IEP meetings, and classroom settings.

B. Provide exact written translations of all related educational materials and forms (eg., evaluation reports, placement forms, bus information, newsletters, etc.).

C. Provide communications to and from parents regarding cancellations, problems with bussing, requests for information, and all other routine communications relating to the program.

D. Provide prompt replies to staff after receiving both written and/or verbal communications from parents (and vice versa).

E. Ability to problem-solve with a variety of professional teams.

F. Ability to provide follow-through with requests made by parents and staff with very little direction from staff.

G. Ability to learn and understand the requirements of the special education laws in order to effectively translate for staff and parents.

H. Perform other job duties as assigned

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us .us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon…