Translator.Parent Outreach (Spanish) (2026-2027)

Job Code:1002005
Job Family/Function:10 – Other Support Services\Translators and Interpreters
FLSA:Nonexempt
Grade Ladder:MNPS Support Hourly
Pay Grade:MNPS.SCH008-H
Duration (days/year):201
Locations(s):School-Based

We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Parent Outreach Translator will interpret verbally and translate written documents from one language to another for School and District staff in order to ensure parents receive School and District information.

What you will do

• Deliver translation and interpretation services to support school and district staff in ensuring equitable language access for multilingual students and families, in accordance with federal requirements.
• Serve as an interpreter during legally-required meetings such as IEPs, disciplinary hearings, 504 plan meetings, and student support team meetings, while upholding the district’s Interpreter Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Translate written materials specific to assigned schools and district-level communications as needed, following the district’s Translator Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Facilitate access to student and family support services by referring families to appropriate resources such as social workers, counselors, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and specialized support services.
• Support school and district efforts to build strong relationships with multilingual families by personally inviting them to school events, promoting language access, and fostering a welcoming environment.
• Use the district's designated ticketing system to manage interpretation and translation requests, communicate status updates to requesters, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting of services rendered.
• Collaborate with the Office of English Learners to coordinate a weekly schedule and daily agenda, and consistently track services provided in order to inform future planning, resource allocation, and improvement of language access.
• Conduct home visits as needed to support multilingual students and families, always accompanied by another MNPS or Metro Government employee and adhering to district policies and safety protocols.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience Qualifications

• A minimum of two years’ applicable experience performing language translation duties, including proficient reading, writing, and oral communication in both English and the native language Preferred
• Experience with Exceptional Education Terminology Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• A proficiency test translating English to native language; develop effective, accurate and grammatically correct written text for a variety of audiences.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Publisher).
• Establish and maintain working relationships with others; organization and prioritization; work independently and as a member of a team; deal effectively with international parents and children.

Equivalency

Starting At: $22.43

Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here.

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