JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Spanish Interpreter - Translator
Evaluation Type
Paraprofessional
Department
Bilingual Education
Pay Grade
P6
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Date Revised
October 2026
Supervisor
Director of Bilingual Education
BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: The Bilingual Education department provides language support to assist in the communication of academic information between schools and parents to increase engagement in school activities and district-wide functions. This full range of language services are designed to help in BISD's mission of providing a comprehensive educational experience to prepare our students for college, career and life.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- High School diploma or GED required
- College credit hours, preferred
- Interpreter/Translator certification, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Fluent Spanish speaking, listening, reading and writing abilities
- Skill in translating spoken words from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English at a normal speaking rate
- Ability to translate verbal messages to written documents and written documents to verbal messages in both Spanish and English
- Ability to adapt language based on the level of the student and parent
- Skill in utilizing electronic systems to locate and submit data/information
- Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities
- Ability to utilize basic office equipment, including fax, copier, scanner, computer, etc.
- Proficient skills in keyboarding, word processing, and operating computer software
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments
Experience:
- Professional interpretation and translation experience preferred
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Translates a wide variety of documents from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English such as department newsletters, curriculum documents and assessment resources.
- Interprets orally from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English during conferences, telephone calls, information sessions, emergency situations, etc.
- Assists Spanish-speaking students and their families with the school enrollment process.
- Serves as liaison between the school district and our families.
- Performs other related work as required to support the Bilingual Education department in meeting compliance requirements, such as LPAC responsibilities and Title III engagement activities.
- Occasional after hour events.
- Occasional driving to various campus locations.
- Provide scheduled and as-needed reception desk coverage to maintain front-office operations.
Professional Growth and Development:
- Keeps informed of and complies with all state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions.
- Keeps informed of Bilingual Education program terminology in both Spanish and English
- Attends department meetings as required.
- Attends professional development for translators/interpreters, etc.
Organization Morale:
- Participates in team building activities and the decision-making process as appropriate.
- Communicates and collaborates with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information according to the Family Education Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA).
- Positively communicate and represent the District and Department vision/mission.
Other Responsibilities:
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
- Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
- Posture: Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing
- Motion: Use computer for prolonged period resulting in repetitive hand motions
- Lifting: Lift and move up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Environment: Work with frequent interruptions
- Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress