Position Summary
Winchester Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Farsi/Dari Interpreter and Family Liaison to support Afghan students and families across our school division. This role coordinates translation services, assists with parent communication, and serves as a cultural and linguistic bridge between families and schools.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring equitable access to education and services, especially for families supported through the Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations Acts (2002 & 2022).
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate and fulfill interpretation/translation requests (Farsi, Dari, Pashto) across 7 schools
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Support parent-teacher meetings, special education sessions, and other school communications
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Act as liaison between schools and refugee support agencies, such as Church World Services
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Assist staff in addressing home-school issues involving non-English-speaking families
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Provide interpretation and guidance during IEP meetings or sensitive discussions
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Meet regularly with teachers, counselors, principals, and educational teams
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Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with WPS policies
Required Qualifications
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Fluent in English and Farsi/Dari (spoken and written)
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Pashto proficiency is a plus
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High school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
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Experience working with children or in an educational/interpreter role
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Strong communication, cultural competency, and collaboration skills
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Ability to draft correspondence and interpret school policies
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Skilled in handling sensitive issues with discretion and empathy
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Comfortable working in both school and office settings
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Proficiency in verbal and written communication across multiple languages
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Ability to apply reasoning to standardized and occasional non-standard situations
Physical & Work Environment
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Primarily sedentary with occasional lifting (up to 40 lbs.)
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Work across schools and central office settings
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Visual and vocal communication essential for daily tasks
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Quiet, climate-controlled indoor environment
Compensation & Benefits
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Hourly Pay: $21.00–$32.34
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Full-time benefits package included
Grant Information
This position is grant-funded through September 30, 2026, specifically supporting Afghan school-aged children and their families (ASA-eligible).
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