District Translator/Interpreter at La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Share on X      Print Application Deadline

9/30/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted 9/10/2025 Contact Classified Recruiter
619-668-5700 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range
$22.90 - $29.24 Per Hour Length of Work Year 236 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer

Welcome to the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District EdJoin portal page. We are thrilled with your interest in joining the LMSV family. La Mesa-Spring Valley is a learning community that exists to provide children a pathway to a fulfilled life. Our schools are focused on the "whole child," which means we believe our mission is to nurture the character and hearts of children as well as educate them. Our school district believes love is at the root of everything we do. "Love is at the root of everything, all learning, all relationships, love or the lack of it." -Fred Rogers We invite you to learn more about our district on social media using the hashtag #LMSVHeart.

Job Summary Job Summary

Under the direction of the assigned administrator, provides oral translation of communications and written translation of complex District correspondence, IEP's, forms, letters, flyers, menus, handbooks, reports and other documents between English and designated second language; serves as an interpreter for meetings, hearings, assemblies, conferences and other events; provides written and simultaneous oral translation for District, Special Education meetings and other District programs; provides specialized assistance and information to callers, visitors and staff; serves as a resource to other district personnel requiring assistance with non-English speaking persons. ****Incumbents in this classification are required to speak, read and write in English/Spanish.

Requirements / Qualifications

Dual-Merged (2526-20) Under the direction of the assigned administrator, provides oral translation of communications and written translation of complex District correspondence, IEP's, forms, letters, flyers, menus, handbooks, reports and other documents between English and designated second language; serves as an interpreter for meetings, hearings, assemblies, conferences and other events; provides written and simultaneous oral translation for District, Special Education meetings and other District programs; provides specialized assistance and information to callers, visitors and staff; serves as a resource to other district personnel requiring assistance with non-English speaking persons. ****Incumbents in this classification are required to speak, read and write in English/Spanish. An examination will be given to establish an eligibility list for the position of District Translator/Interpreter in order to fill existing and future vacancies. The eligibility list will be valid for 6 months. The current vacancy is 8.0 hours per day, 236 paid days year. Faxed materials are not acceptable. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application or supplemental questions; however, applicants may submit resumes along with the completed online application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make sure your application thoroughly details your education and work experience. The examination process may include one or more of the following: written exam, performance and/or technical oral examination. Merit Exam: TBA (by invitation only) Examinations will be given by appointment only. Following the conclusion of the Examination process, the candidates will be ranked and notified of their scores.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: associate's degree in a foreign language or related field, bachelor's degree in related field preferred and two years experience translating and interpreting materials and communications between English and a designated second language. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful passage of the District's Job Related Proficiency Test. Valid California Class C Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability Incumbents in this classification are required to speak, read and write in a designated second language.

Requirements / Qualifications

Dual-Merged (2526-20) Under the direction of the assigned administrator, provides oral translation of communications and written translation of complex District correspondence, IEP's, forms, letters, flyers, menus, handbooks, reports and other documents between English and designated second language; serves as an interpreter for meetings, hearings, assemblies, conferences and other events; provides written and simultaneous oral translation for District, Special Education meetings and other District programs; provides specialized assistance and information to callers, visitors and staff; serves as a resource to other district personnel requiring assistance with non-English speaking persons. ****Incumbents in this classification are required to speak, read and write in English/Spanish. An examination will be given to establish an eligibility list for the position of District Translator/Interpreter in order to fill existing and future vacancies. The eligibility list will be valid for 6 months. The current vacancy is 8.0 hours per day, 236 paid days year. Faxed materials are not acceptable. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application or supplemental questions; however, applicants may submit resumes along with the completed online application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make sure your application thoroughly details your education and work experience. The examination process may include one or more of the following: written exam, performance and/or technical oral examination. Merit Exam: TBA (by invitation only) Examinations will be given by appointment only. Following the conclusion of the Examination process, the candidates will be ranked and notified of their scores.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: associate's degree in a foreign language or related field, bachelor's degree in related field preferred and two years experience translating and interpreting materials and communications between English and a designated second language. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful passage of the District's Job Related Proficiency Test. Valid California Class C Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability Incumbents in this classification are required to speak, read and write in a designated second language.

Comments and Other Information The La Mesa-Spring Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Board Policy 4030 prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital or parental status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Board Policy 4119.11 prohibits sexual harassment of district employees and job applicants. Complaints alleging unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment may be filed with the Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. Call 619-668-5700 Ext. 6412 for arrangements. Comments and Other Information
The La Mesa-Spring Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Board Policy 4030 prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital or parental status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Board Policy 4119.11 prohibits sexual harassment of district employees and job applicants. Complaints alleging unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment may be filed with the Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. Call 619-668-5700 Ext. 6412 for arrangements. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY