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Educational Interpreter (District-Wide)

Kankakee School District 111 -
Kankakee, IL

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Foreign language proficiency
Educational interpretation
Conflict resolution in education
Interpretation
Multilingual
High school diploma or GED
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

JobID: 455

Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
7/9/2026

Location:
District Office

Date Available:
08/13/2026

Position Details

Information

Department

Bilingual Education

Location

District-Wide

Reports To

Multilingual Department

Classification

Full-Time, 9-Month Position

Effective Date

Aug 13, 2026

Summary

The District-Wide Educational Interpreter facilitates clear and meaningful communication between the district and families to ensure inclusive access to educational services. The primary focus of this role is anchored to two key functions: Special Education (IEP/504) interpretation and district-wide communication to strengthen parent engagement.

Primary Responsibilities

Special Education & District Wide Parent Engagement

IEP and 504 Meetings: Provide professional interpretation for all assigned Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 meetings across the district.
Parent Meetings: Facilitate communication during
Board Meetings: Attend monthly Board of Education meetings to provide interpretation support for families and community members.
Translation Services: Translate district documents, including social media posts, letters from the Superintendent, central office departments, bulletins, and informational notices.
Community Liaison: Serve as a bridge between the district and the multilingual community to build trust and facilitate engagement.
Districtwide Events: Including but not limited to registration support, assist families during district-wide events, such as annual registration and evening parent workshops, and parent-teacher conferences.

Operational Support

Collaboration: Work directly with assigned central office departments to manage workloads and maintain streamlined communication protocols across department teams.
Confidentiality: Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student and district information.

Qualifications & Training

Required Education & Certification

Age/Education: Must be at least 19 years of age and possess a High School Diploma (Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred).
Language Proficiency: Demonstrate competence by interpreting into and out of the target language (Spanish) and English.
Qualified Interpreter Status: Must meet ISBE "Qualified Interpreter" standards by completing:
- At least nine (9) hours of training on interpretation standards, ethics, and practices.
- At least six (6) hours of training specifically in special education terminology and protocol.
- A written examination (score of 80% or higher) and an oral examination (score of 70% or higher).

Ongoing Professional Development

Maintenance: To maintain the "Qualified Interpreter" designation, the individual must complete six (6) hours of ongoing professional development every two years.
Focus Areas: Training must cover confidentiality, impartiality, cultural awareness, and special education processes.

Physical Requirements & Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and the second language (Spanish)
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with diverse staff and families.
Capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 10 lbs.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective and professional conflict resolution with peers and supervisors
Ability to receive feedback to improve professional growth and practice
Growth mindset and flexibility to adjust to changes to meet the districtwide needs

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with

Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.

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