<p>Leominster Publics Schools</p> <p>Portuguese Interpreter/Translator - District-wide</p> <p>Job Goal:</p> <p>Under the direction of special education administration and as assigned through the special education process, the Special Education Portuguese language interpreter/translator will follow a schedule of meetings across the district that require interpretation according to students' Home Language. The Special Education Portuguese language interpreter/translator will assist with scheduling and confirming meetings, translate documents, and serve as interpreter as assigned by special education administration during school hours.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Proficient communication in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) </li><li>Fluent interpreting, reading, and writing skills </li><li>Ability to travel around the district </li><li>Bilingual/Bicultural highly preferred </li><li>Interpretation certification </li><li>Experience working with diverse communities </li><li>Excellent organizational skills </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team </li><li>Strong computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, Aspen </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Follow a schedule provided by special education administrators for interpreting for parents/guardians/students in their first language at team meetings amd/or during assessments </li><li>Translate documents at the request of special education administrators </li><li>Maintain confidentiality of students and families </li><li>Maintain, confirm and reconcile schedule for Special Education staff members and outside providers </li><li>Maintain a schedule on the Google calendar and share it with special education administrator's weekly </li><li>Maintain school files, paperwork and process </li><li>Communicate with district staff and administrators </li><li>Schedule and reschedule meetings as needed </li><li>Other duties as assigned by special education administrators </li></ul> <p>Position Reports to: Director of Special Education</p> <p>Please submit cover letter, resume and letters of reference.</p>