Pashto Interpreter

Language Service Agency is looking for individuals fluent in English and Pashto to provide As Needed interpretation services on-site and remotely in school settings throughout Long Island. Interpreters must be able to travel to school sites.

Interpreters will be required to assist students, teachers and parents.

A Successful Interpreter should have a variety of skills and qualifications including:

- Communication: Most important in this role is the ability to professionally, concisely and accurately communicate across cultures in both verbal and written capacities in both English and the target language.
- Fluency: An interpreter must have Native-Level proficiency in English and the target language.
- Technological Proficiency: Expertise with Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and other remote communication platforms.
- Time Management: Ability to maintain a schedule and complete requested tasks on time.
- Ability to follow policies and procedures outlined by the language service agency.
- Three years of professional experience providing language services is preferred.

Interpreters will:

- Attend in person and/or remote meetings between parents, students and/or school staff in order to communicate spoken language in both English and the target language in order to facilitate meaning and understanding for all participants.
- Interpret clearly and accurately, conveying the tone of the original speaker.
- Understand that many concepts, idioms and slang terms do not translate exactly between languages
- Assist the company with written and oral communication as needed

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- On call

Work setting:

- In-person

**Language**:

- Pashto (required)

Work Location: In person