Reedsport, OR

Interpreters/Translators - On-Call

South Coast Head Start/ORCCA
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Open date
February 4, 2025
February 4, 2025
Expiration date
February 28, 2025
Until filled
Hours
1
Part-time
Benefits eligibility
Yes
No
Pay type
Salaried
Hourly
Pay
$
20.00
$
Reports to
Assigned Area Manager

Job description

We need Russian and Spanish speaking individuals. PRIMARY PURPOSE: Translation and/or interpretation to assist Head Start direct service staff ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Reason position exists is to perform these functions): • Accompany Teachers and Family Engagement Specialists on home visits to assure accurate communication between staff and • parents. • Provide Language Support services in infant, toddler, and/or preschool classrooms, as needed: • Communicate with children in their home language. • Maintain an orderly and physically/emotionally safe environment. • Participate in children's activities. • Use positive interactions with children including verbal and body language. • Duties as assigned by staff person in charge. • Maintain a positive attitude regarding the Head Start program and philosophy. • Model behaviors that demonstrate an understanding, acceptance and welcoming of diversity. • Join the children for meals. Model social skills and good eating habits. • Interpret during parent meetings, conferences, and other meetings • Translate written materials for the program. • Model behaviors that demonstrate an understanding, acceptance, and welcoming of diversity REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLILITIES: • Ability to meet deadlines. • Ability to present and relate to diverse client populations. • Professional appearance, presentation and demeanor always. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • High School Diploma or Equivalent required • Ability to pass language proficiency test Please visit our website for the full job description.

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