All candidates who wish to be considered for substitute services must complete and submit the online employment application. Substitute placement is an on-call, as needed basis as directed by the daily needs of Aberdeen School District. There is no guarantee of placement on any given day and no ongoing expectation of placement.

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Position Summary:

This position acts as a Spanish translator between the school and parents/students. The position may also perform a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as bilingual interpreter (possibly in a variety of languages depending on the need). Facilitate effective communication between students, their families and the schools during conferences, meetings and other activities.
Attend trainings as needed.
Work flexible hours based on needs of students and their families which may include evening activities.
May assist teachers and/or other educational staff in conducting home visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Fluency in Spanish or other various language(s), both spoken and written required.
Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and community service providers.
Desired personal characteristics including flexibility, enthusiasm and compassion.
Experience working with families with low socioeconomic status.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.
May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR as required by the District.
Washington State Driver’s License with a good driving record.
Access to reliable transportation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aberdeen School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Clinkingbeard, Title IX Officer (360) 538-2003 cclinkingbeard@asd5.org and Stefanie Lamont, Section 504/ADA Coordinator (360) 538-2018 slamont@asd5.org. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.

Substitute Interpreter - Continuous Recruitment