What are the responsibilities and job description for the ECSEC Interpreter position at ECSEC?
The following vacancy exists in Goshen Community Schools for the 2024-25 school year:
ECSEC
Interpreter
The Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative (ECSEC) is made up of the Baugo, Concord, Fairfield, Goshen, Middlebury, and Wa-Nee Community Schools in North Central Indiana located 30 minutes from the University of Notre Dame. Administrative offices are located at 1216 S. Indiana Avenue, Goshen, IN 46526.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Able to do Consecutive Interpreting (Interpretation is delivered immediately after the source is presented, i.e. English speaker says a few phrases, interpreter delivers the message to non-English speaker, and vice versa.)
- Able to do Sight Translation (This oral translation of written documents such as enrollment forms, information release forms, etc., is done on the spot, as needed.)
- Being fluent in the two languages being interpreted
- Pass an interpreter test
QUALITIES DESIRED:
- Ensure that accurate, effective communication occurs among all parties.
- Interpret without omitting, adding to, or altering anything said or written.
- Having some relevant experience
- Understand and uphold the rights of all parties and respect the confidentiality of the communication.
- Flexibility
- Showing knowledge of cultures involved
- Being comfortable with public speaking
- Being able to interpret in situation where there is conflict or sharing of sensitive information
HOURS: As needed
SALARY: $20.50 per hour
BENEFITS: This position is not eligible for benefits.
APPLICATION PROCESS: In order to be considered, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at https://goshenschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
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Please attach the following to your application:
- Letter of interest
- Up-to-date resume
- Three current letters of reference
For questions regarding this position please contact:
Theresa Eldridge
Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative
1216 S. Indiana Ave.; Door F
Goshen, IN 45626
574-533-3151
teldridge@goshenschools.org
The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until Filled
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