Mindlink Resources

Swahili Onsite and Video Interpreter

Mindlink Resources

part-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Portland • Oregon • Washington • United States

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Salary

💰 $25 - $35 per hour

About the role

  • Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Swahili interpretation during IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, academic assessments, school events, and other events
  • Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics
  • Collaborate with educators, specialists, and administrators to ensure meaningful access for Swahili speaking families
  • Use tools such as LinguistLink for scheduling and feedback, and contribute to glossary development for school-specific terminology
  • Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience
  • Verified third-party Swahili language proficiency
  • Native-level fluency in Swahili
  • Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms
  • Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation
  • Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program (preferred)
  • Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation (preferred)
  • Experience in K-12 educational settings, especially with IEPs and special education services (preferred)
Benefits
  • Company parties
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Swahili interpretationlanguage proficiencyvideo interpretationtechnical troubleshooting
Soft Skills
collaborationconfidentialitycultural competencecommunication
Certifications
CCHINBCMIRIDNAJITOregon State Court Interpretation