Essential Functions: Qualifications: Required: All of the following must be met at time of application except when noted:Minimum of a High School Diploma or GEDOrally fluent in both the targeted language and EnglishFluent in written targeted language and English and able to type in both languagesMust have a valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation Desired: Experience working with parents, staff and community in the targeted language and in schoolsFamiliar with technologyRespected in the community and understands the importance of confidentialityFluent in more than two languagesExperience as a language interpreterFlexible scheduleEffective communication skills Functions: Provide written, typed and oral translations in the targeted languageCollaborate with parents, teachers, principals and students to ensure parents have information in a language that they are able to understandProvide accurate translations orally and in written formAdjust day hours to attend evening and after school meetings as and when neededHave access to a telephone/cellphone as and when neededServe as language liaison between staff and familiesAbility to effectively communicate and translate for staff, students and families as and when neededProvide language assistance in the school and classroom as and when needed to ensure a smooth transition for LEP students and familiesRegularly attend school and district meetings where language interpreters are neededRegularly provide support in the targeted language as and when needed in person, via computer or phoneDrive between school buildings, district buildings and across the city to provide translations as and when needed Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to listen effectively, activelyAbility to translate orally and in writing (typed)Ability to problem solveAbility to navigate technologyAbility to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writingAbility to work independently and collaborativelyAbility to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels in English and in the targeted language Physical Demands/Work Environment:The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Interpreter Non-Certified English as a Second Language Farsi/Pashto Part-Time JobID: 5120 Position Type: AS-NEEDEDDate Posted: 10/30/2026Location: Akron Public SchoolsDate Available: Closing Date: 12/31/2026 Additional Information: Show/HideInterpreter - Non Certified English as a Second Language Farsi/PashtoPosition: Interpreter ESL Job Code: 484 Non Certified Hourly Time Schedule: As needed Salary Rate or Ratio: See current "Schedule of Salaries" Reports to: Building Principal Employment Status: Part-time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Retirement Status: SERS Position Description: The language interpreter is a part-time employee and will work up to 24 hours a week as and when needed with a daily 30 minute unpaid lunch.