Somerville Public Schools is seeking in-person interpreters on a part-time, as-needed basis for the 2025–2026 school year. This position supports communication between SPS staff and families whose primary language is Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic. This is a contracted, non-bargaining, non-benefit position, based on the interpretation needs of Somerville Public Schools (SPS). Work is intermittent and scheduled upon request.

About Somerville Public Schools

Somerville Public Schools is committed to equity, inclusion, and academic excellence for every student. We strive to build an inclusive learning environment that reflects the diversity of our city and empowers every student to thrive.

SPS values a workforce that is diverse in background, thought, and experience. We believe that fostering a culturally responsive and linguistically diverse team strengthens our schools and enhances outcomes for all students.

We are dedicated to recruiting and retaining staff who are committed to serving our multilingual and multicultural community, and who bring perspectives from historically underrepresented groups in education.

Job Goal: Facilitate communication between Somerville Public Schools' parents/guardians and school staff through interpretation services. This role is essential in bridging language and cultural barriers to ensure families are fully able to participate in their children's education.

Requirements

Native proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic.
High proficiency in English.
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience as an interpreter and/or in educational settings is preferred.
Candidates with a background that prepares them to serve diverse communities and who understand the experiences of families traditionally underrepresented in education are strongly encouraged to apply.

Essent Duties & Responsibilities

Successfully complete short training in coordination with SPS Multilingual Services Office
Provide interpretation for school meetings and events district-wide.
Facilitate/interpret communication between Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese-speaking parents/guardians and SPS staff.
Provide cultural and linguistic assistance to support effective communication.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Physical Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the interpreter may be required to:

Move about school buildings and/or remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
Use standard office equipment (computer, printer, copier).
Read from computer monitors and printed materials.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

Terms Of Employment

Yearly Appointment
Non-bargaining, non-benefit position.
Work is assigned based on the interpreting needs of SPS and scheduled as needed.
Rate of Pay: $30.00 per hour for consecutive interpretation; $60.00 per hour for simultaneous interpretation.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated by the Coordinator of the Multilingual Services Office and feedback from SPS staff across schools and departments.

Position Reports to: Coordinator of the Multilingual Services Office, Somerville Public Schools.

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

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