Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) works to support networks, schools, and families with all issues related to special education including instruction, interventions, and legal and compliance support. OSD provides the tools and resources to ensure that all students with disabilities receive a high-quality public education that prepares students for success. OSD supports networks, schools, and families with all issues related to special education, including instruction, interventions, and legal and compliance support.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Translation Manager, the Citywide Bilingual Translator will provide written translations of district-wide documents directed to parents of students with disabilities and local communities. This role will provide oral interpretations from English to Spanish and vice versa. This role will also edit internal translation documents and those by outside contractors.
The Citywide Bilingual Translator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
Schedule meetings and serve as an interpreter for parents during CPS IEP meetings, legal proceedings, and other special education-related meetings
Perform ongoing written translations of district-wide documents prepared for parents of students with disabilities and CPS communities; Edit and proofread translations
Provide up-to-date data on translations that are completed
Participate and support professional development for bilingual special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers
Review and update translations recurring annually
Maintain multiple language vocabulary directory for CPS commonly used terms
Translate all departmental documents in English and other languages
Other duties as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Citywide Bilingual Translator must possess the following qualifications:
Education Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Associate degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Experience Required:
Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working in translation and editing
Two (2) years of experience in an educational setting preferred
Certification or registration in Translation Services (e.g. Illinois Court Interpreter Registry) preferred
Other Requirements:
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Knowledge of computer-assisted translation tools, preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent writing and communication skills
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Documents, and Slides
Ability to work with a team and independently
Ability to meet deadlines and manage high volumes of work
Demonstrated project and time management skills in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to fluently read, write, and speak in English and Spanish
Ability to translate written communication from English to Spanish and Spanish to English
Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
