Portuguese Onsite and Video Community Interpreter Job at MindLink Resources, Vancouver, WA

  • MindLink Resources
  • Vancouver, WA

Job Description

Benefits:

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Portuguese Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Vancouver WA and Portland OR area. This role includes both onsite interpretation at client sites and remote video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Provide accurate and culturally appropriate Portuguese 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 Spanish-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.

Qualifications

Required:

Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience.

Verified third-party Spanish language proficiency.

Native-level fluency in Spanish.

Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms.

Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.

Preferred:

Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program.

Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation.

Experience in K-12 educational settings, especially with IEPs and special education services.

Technical Requirements (for Video Interpretation)

Reliable high-speed internet.

Professional headset and webcam.

Secure and quiet workspace.

Professional Development

Access to Mindlink’s Learning Center for ongoing training.

Participation in feedback cycles using tools like LinguistLink.

Opportunities for certification advancement and skill development.

About Mindlink

Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.

Diversity Policy

Mindlink welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, tribal affiliation, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, mental or physical disability or any other considerations under federal, state or local law.

Flexible work from home options available.

Job Tags

Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours

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