Essex Westford School District (EWSD) is seeking a Triqui interpreter/translator available during school hours to provide spoken translation during parent-teacher conferences and written translation of school documents (e.g., grade reports, letters, etc.). In order to effectively support our Triqui-speaking families, the ideal candidate can provide English-to-Triqui and Triqui-to-English translation.

The position pays $50.00/hour for oral translation for up to one hour/meeting, and $50/page for written translation (or $25/page if previously translated with minor edits). 

 

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• Good oral and/or written translation/interpretation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills
• An understanding of the diverse cultures of the individuals being served
• Experience providing translation services in a professional setting is preferred

If you are committed to the success of all students and the EWSD vision but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

 

EWSD is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and are expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. The EWSD vision is "Growing hearts and minds, for a better today and tomorrow: every day, every way, every one." Candidates with experience working in another country, the ability to speak more than one language fluently, peace corp. experience, and/or otherworldly experience are encouraged to apply to help contribute to a diversity of thinking and grow our organizational practices.