School Interpreter (Tier 2 or Tier 3)- Portuguese

Job Description

Job DescriptionAbout the Role

We are seeking qualified School Interpreters to support communication between families, students, and school staff in educational settings in the Boston area for IN PERSON meetings. Candidates must meet the Massachusetts DESE School Interpreter Training Framework qualifications for Tier 2 or Tier 3.

Core Competencies (Required for All Interpreters)

All interpreters must demonstrate the essential competencies required at Tier 1 (Language Ambassador):

• Understanding of the interpreter's role in school environments

• Awareness of professional boundaries and dual-role limitations

• Knowledge of ethics, confidentiality, and standards of practice

• Strong cultural competency and ability to navigate cultural differences

Tier 2 Interpreter Requirements

Qualified for general school assignments.
Must meet all Tier 1 requirements plus:

• Minimum age: 18

• Advanced spoken proficiency in English and another language

• Completion of a DESE-approved Tier 2 Interpreter Training Program

• Skilled in consecutive interpreting

• Familiarity with general education terminology

Tier 3 Interpreter Requirements

Qualified for specialized or legally significant school meetings (e.g., IEP meetings, disciplinary hearings, ELE placement).
Must meet Tier 1 and Tier 2 requirements plus:

• Completion of DESE-approved Tier 3 coursework focused on special education terminology

• Knowledge of terminology used in specialized or legal school meetings

• 50 hours of interpreting practice in specialized meetings, including feedback from a trained interpreter on an encounter of at least 30 minutes

• Interim Tier 3 status may be granted for interpreters who have completed coursework and demonstrated skills but are still accumulating required experience

English Proficiency Requirements (DESE-Approved Pathways)

Candidates may demonstrate advanced English proficiency through one or more of the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an English-speaking country

• Completion of 24+ post-secondary credit hours with coursework conducted in English

• Seal of Biliteracy (English)

• Passing score on a recognized English proficiency exam (e.g., ACTFL, TOEFL, IELTS)

• Certification from a professional interpreter training program (medical, court, or similar)

Target Language Proficiency Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency in the language they interpret through one or more of the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent taught in the target language

• Completion of 24+ post-secondary credit hours with coursework conducted in the target language

• Seal of Biliteracy in the target language

• Passing score on a recognized language proficiency exam (e.g., ACTFL or other DESE-approved tests)

• Certification from an interpreter training program in the target language

Accepted Proficiency Assessments

DESE accepts nationally recognized language evaluations, such as:

• ACTFL (Advanced-Mid or higher)

• TOEFL

• IELTS

• Other DESE-approved assessments

Equivalent benchmarks across testing systems will be considered.

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé and details about your DESE training, language proficiency testing, and Tier level (Tier 2 or Tier 3). Candidates without proof of required proficiency or training will not be eligible for school assignments.

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