Benefits:
Company parties
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Arabic 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 Arabic 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 Arabic-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 Arabic language proficiency.
Native-level fluency in Arabic.
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.
Local candidates in Portland/Vancouver are given priority
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.
...Event Staff At Horizon Point, we don't just create marketingwe go the extra mile to ensure every campaign makes an impact. By combining creativity, strategy, and data-driven insights, we help your business grow, engage your audience, and achieve success that lasts....
...Description About the Role: Join Tristate Transportation as a CDL Class A Truck Driver and be a vital part of our dedicated team! Must train for... ...after 90 days Must Have CDL Class A Must have Tanker/ Hazmat Twic Card And CDL for over 3 years No more...
...Duties: Job Summary: As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you are an integral part of the care team in providing support to the office and assisting... ...Or Dental Hygiene Assistant Or in a Dental Assistant Internship to be considered. -Strong communication and interpersonal...
...candidate must reside within the continental US. Responsibilities: Coordinates work activities, writes and edits highly complex technical information technology-related documents, including presentations, manuals, reports, and specifications. Develop and...
...What Youll Be Doing As a Personal Banker at Bank Iowa, you will be primarily responsible for opening new consumer and business accounts... ...as well as identify ways to help clients reach their financial goals. Attains individual performance goals for loan volume...