The LANGMN:AFS-Language Interpreter plays a crucial role in bridging the language gap within Aurora Public Schools, enabling meaningful interactions between non-Spanish speaking families and school staff. This position is integral to creating an inclusive and supportive educational community, ensuring that all stakeholders can actively participate and engage in school activities and decision-making processes.
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Responsibilities
- Provide consecutive interpretation services in Oromo for school meetings, events, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation, facilitating effective communication between parents/guardians and school personnel.
- Adapt to schedule changes and on-call needs, ensuring availability for interpretation services as required.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times, adhering to ethical interpretation practices.
- Collaborate with school staff to understand the context and requirements of each interpretation assignment.
- Attend training sessions and professional development opportunities to enhance interpretation skills and cultural competency.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians, fostering trust and effective communication.
- Provide feedback and suggestions to improve interpretation services and enhance the overall educational experience for non-Spanish speaking families.
- Adhere to the district's policies and procedures, including those related to student data privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Fluency in Oromo and English, with excellent consecutive interpretation skills.
- Strong cultural competency and sensitivity, with the ability to navigate diverse cultural contexts.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-service oriented approach.
- Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate schedule changes and on-call needs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating effectively with school staff and parents/guardians.
- Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in using interpretation equipment and software.
- Previous experience in interpretation or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn and adapt to new interpretation techniques.
- A positive and supportive attitude, with a passion for promoting inclusive education.
