Translator ​/ Interpreter - ARABIC - On-Call Position (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

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Translates verbal or written communications from English to Arabic or from Arabic language to English.

The Bilingual Proficiency exam must be taken and passed on or before the deadline of the posting.

• Three years experience in an Interpreter/Translator capacity.
• Must be able to demonstrate expertise and competency in interpreting and translating.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s Licenserequiredwithin 30 days of hire)
  MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services
  - Transportation by Employees
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliancegreater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services
  - Transportation by Employees

Effective:

SCHOOL YEAR

Location:

Language Acquisition-1010 E 10th Street

Classification:
Supervisory/Professional

FTE: .5 hours per day - ON CALL

Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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