POSITION TITLE: Hourly Mandarin Interpreter/Translator

 

FLSA: Non-Exempt

 

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Special Programs

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Hourly Position - As needed. $17/hour for classified; $25/hour for certified. 

 

BEGINNING: Feb/March, 2026

 

LOCATION: Parker Center

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Fluent in speaking, reading and writing Mandarin

 

DISTRICT VALUES

• We will always put student needs first.


• We believe relationships matter.


• We expect accountability.


• We operate with transparency.


• We prioritize student and staff safety.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS            

• Interpreting and translating in evaluations and conferences.


• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.


• Translate documents.


• To maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.


• Attend and participate in staff meetings.


• Maintain confidentiallity.


• Maintain acceptable attendance and be punctual.


• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing goals, objectives, and methods.


• Maintain a safe working condition and safely operate electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities. 


• Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend required meetings. 


• Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and or outside agencies associated with the school. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain emotional control under stress.


• Must have the ability to lift at least 40 pounds occasionally.


• Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasional reaching above the head or  the shoulders, bending, squatting and kneeling.  

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

 

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