Job Title: Hourly Foreign Language Interpreter
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Classification Group: Temporary (Hourly and Internships)
Supervising Position: Manager or designee
Pay Plan: Temporary (Hourly and Internships)
Pay Range: Hourly Wage Rate
Last Updated: 7/2026
Pay Information [https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/Page/2906]
Benefits Information [https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2323]
JOB SUMMARY: Provide accurate and timely communication (interpretation and
translation) with non-English speaking families as needed. Remain on the
interpreter list for as needed interpretation, as coordinated by the Language
Supports and Services team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the
fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks
carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations
and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies
and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of
the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time 1. Interpret consecutively
and/or simultaneously for parents during parent/teacher conferences, IEP
meetings, expulsion hearings and student disciplinary hearings, admissions
process, and at school and district meetings and events as needed. Daily 35% 2.
Facilitate communication and understanding between families, school, and
community while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Daily 30% 3.
Translate documents for distribution including handbooks; guides; legal notices;
forms; policies and regulations; discipline and internet use documents; relevant
applications, etc. Utilize a variety of tools including software, dictionaries,
publications, Web-based research, etc. Implement district processes for document
submission. Daily 25% 4. Attend interpreter trainings when provided by the
district Annually 5% 5. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5%
TOTAL 100%
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education,
professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements,
designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be
considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses,
endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.
Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma or higher
One (1) year of professional work experience preferred
Bilingual in English and foreign language as determined by required district
assessment, applicant is responsible for the assessment fee
Advanced knowledge of educational terms, phrases, and acronyms in English and
foreign language
Intermediate knowledge of inter-cultural communication including
sociology-linguistic diversity and variance
Skilled in interpersonal relations
Ability to work with others in a team setting
Operating knowledge of and experience with word processing and interpreting
system
Knowledge of translation software and features for Microsoft Word is required
within six months after hire
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, mental
functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to
perform a position’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the
organization
Sedentary work strength level (lifting or carrying up to ten pounds)
Primarily works indoors
Typically a loud noise level
Working with others
Working alone
Noisy environment
Normal office environment
Occasional bending, reaching, climbing
Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics
Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key)
Day and evening times applicable
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal education, professional work experience,
certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other
qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not
mandatory for a candidate to be considered.
Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and
socioeconomic backgrounds
Racially conscious and culturally humble with the skill, will, capacity, and
knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement.