Trion City Schools is seeking qualified candidates for a Parent Engagement Coordinator/Translator
Duties include (but are not limited to):
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Translate a variety of documents (literary, legal, technical, educational) and other materials, insuring preservation of original meaning;
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Consult with colleagues in order to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately;
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Refer to online translation tools for additional assistance with translation/interpretation;
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Schedule meetings and appointments;
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Attend meetings to translate/interpret for non-English speaking families;
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Build and maintain trusting relationships with families;
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Work with colleagues from different specialties to provide support to families
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Communicate with parents, teachers and administrators to understand student’s and family’s challenges specific to their culture and native languages;
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Must also be able to perform receptionist duties when needed in school offices (welcome visitors, answer phone calls and taking/delivering messages.
Qualified candidates must possess the ability to grasp new concepts quickly (e.g. educational terms); a clear writing style with impeccable knowledge of spelling and grammar; fluent in at least two foreign languages.
To apply: Submit Resume and Letter of Interest to Trion City Schools, 239 Simmons Street, Trion, GA 30753 or by email to angie.bowman@trionschools.org.
Application deadline 11/30/2021.
