About this role
Position: Bilingual Translator/Interpreter Hours: 10 hours per week (Part-Time) Funding: Grant-Funded Position Location: Church Hill Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub JOB SUMMARY: The Church Hill Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Bilingual Translator/Interpreter to support communication and engagement with multilingual families. This grant-funded, part-time position plays an essential role in helping families access early childhood resources, participate in programming, and build strong partnerships with the Judy Center. The ideal candidate is fluent in both English and Spanish, enjoys working with families of young children, and is committed to creating welcoming, inclusive learning environments.
Qualifications:
• Fluency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, speaking, and interpreting) required.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred, but not required.
• Experience translating written documents and providing verbal interpretation.
• Experience working with young children, families, schools, or community organizations is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Reliable transportation for occasional outreach activities.
Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of early childhood education or family engagement programs.
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse families.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and social media platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Provide oral interpretation for families during Judy Center events, playgroups, meetings and outreach activities.
• Translate written materials including flyers, newsletters, forms, surveys, social media posts, and family communications.
• Assist staff with culturally responsive communication to ensure families have equitable access to services and resources.
• Support outreach efforts to connect with multilingual families within the Church Hill Elementary School community.
• Attend Judy Center playgroups and family engagement events as needed to provide interpretation services.
• Assist with registration and communication for family programs and events.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with school system policies.
• Collaborate with Judy Center staff and community partners to strengthen family engagement.
HOURS:
• Not to exceed 10 hours per week.
• Flexible schedule based on program needs, including occasional evenings for family engagement events and playgroups.
PAY RATE: Compensation is commensurate with experience and in accordance with grant funding and district guidelines. **This is a part time non benefited position**
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, QACPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and service, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. QACPS operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
• Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Matt Evans, Director of Student Services, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Joeleen Smith, Supervisor of Special Education, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
• Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403.
Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at Queen Anne's County Public Schools, 115 Vincit Street, Centreville, Maryland 21617. Board of Education contact information can be found on the QACPS website. www.qacps.org