Translator - Special Education Documents

THE COMMUNITY GROUP
Lawrence, MA
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Translator - Special Education Documents is a contracted role responsible for accurately translating special education documents from English into Spanish (or other languages when needed). This role ensures families with primary languages other than English have equitable access to critical information regarding their child's educational evaluations, progress, and services.

What You Will Do

Translate special education documents, review and edit translations for grammar, readability, and consistency, handle translations with confidentiality, and submit completed translations and invoices to the Director of Special Education or designated Special Education Department head for approval.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have proven experience translating special education documents, proficiency in English and Spanish, familiarity with special education documents and terminology, strong written communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Requirements

  • Proven experience translating special education documents
  • Proficiency in English and Spanish (native or near-native fluency)
  • Familiarity with special education documents, Special Education Terminology, and educational process
  • Strong written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to work outside of regular working hours to translate special education documents, as needed
  • Ability to work independently, and meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to handle student records with a strong level of confidentiality and sensitivity

Benefits

  • Pay: $30.00 per page, billable in 1⁄4 page increments
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