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Trinityhealth

$20.02 - $31.03/hr

Assess and monitor patients' comprehension of medical information; serve as a cultural mediator as needed. * Document interpretation encounters thoroughly, including time, location, and purpose.

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter PRN

Yakima, WA · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc.

$250/hr

Additionally, candidate will serve as liaison and cultural mediator, continuously educating members of the health and social service system about community strengths and needs and may participate in ...

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Riverton, UT · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter PRN

Almont, MI · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter PRN

George, IA · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

Imh

Spanish Medical Interpreter PRN

Cedar City, UT · On-site

$22.98 - $35/hr

Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the ...

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How much do cultural mediator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for cultural mediator in the United States is $98,344.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cultural mediator?

A Cultural Mediator acts as a bridge between individuals or groups from different cultural backgrounds to facilitate communication and understanding. They assist in overcoming language barriers, explaining cultural norms, and ensuring smooth interactions in various settings such as healthcare, education, and social services. Their role is crucial in helping immigrants, refugees, or multicultural communities access essential services while promoting inclusivity and mutual respect.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a cultural mediator?

To thrive as a Cultural Mediator, you need fluency in at least two languages, deep intercultural understanding, and a background in social sciences or relevant fields. Familiarity with interpretation platforms, translation software, and relevant certifications in mediation or community interpreting are often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain neutral under pressure distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for facilitating clear communication, building trust, and effectively resolving misunderstandings between parties from diverse backgrounds.

What challenges do cultural mediators face in their daily work?

Cultural Mediators often encounter challenges such as bridging significant cultural misunderstandings, working with sensitive or emotionally charged situations, and accurately translating nuanced information in real time. They typically collaborate with social service providers, healthcare professionals, educators, and community organizations, often needing to adapt quickly to varied settings and protocols. Maintaining neutrality and confidentiality is essential, as is the ability to provide cultural context without imposing personal biases. These challenges make the role demanding but also highly rewarding for those passionate about promoting inclusion and understanding in diverse communities.

What does it mean to be a cultural mediator?

A cultural mediator is a professional who facilitates communication and understanding between people from different cultural backgrounds. They often work in social services, healthcare, or immigration settings, using language skills and cultural knowledge to bridge gaps and promote effective interaction.
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Infographic showing various Cultural Mediator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,344 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

Dari Cultural Liaison Interpreter - Student Achievement Resource Center

Englewood, CO • On-site

Cherry Creek Schools
Education • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

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Cherry Creek School District rating

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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184th of 645 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION PLAN:  Educational Support Personnel

PAY RANGE: Range 10

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SUPERVISOR: Director or designee.

LAST UPDATED 12/5/2023

JOB SUMMARY: To provide accurate and timely communication with non-English speaking families and ensure compliance with federal and state laws and Office for Civil Rights while promoting alignment and consistency across all schools and departments by recruiting and retaining quality interpreters and translators. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks describe the basic functions of the job and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job. The following frequencies and percentage of time spent are approximations only and are subject to flexibility dependent on organizational needs. 

  • Interpret consecutively or simultaneously for parents during, but not limited, to parent/teacher conferences, IEP meetings, expulsion hearings and student disciplinary hearings, admissions process, and at school and district meetings as needed. [Daily, 30%]
  • Provide information about school and community resources & services to families. [Daily, 25%]
  • Facilitate communication and understanding between families, school, and community while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. [Daily, 15%]
  • Act as a cultural link between parents, students, school, staff, and community and work with staff to facilitate social and cultural adjustment in school. [Daily, 15%]
  • Collaborate and coordinate resources with school parent liaisons, other parent partnership groups in the schools, district, and in the community to assist [language] families and students. [Daily, 10%]
  • Translate documents for distribution including handbooks; guides; legal notices; forms; policies and regulations; discipline and internet use documents; relevant applications, etc. Utilize a variety of tools including software, dictionaries, publications, Web-based research, etc. [Daily, 5%]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum amounts of formal education, professional work experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that must be met for a candidate to be considered for a position

  • Interpreter Certification or Bachelor's degree in [language] or related field preferred. Cultural mediation training and translation/interpretation training coursework completed within twelve months after hire
  • Bilingual and bi-literate in English and [language] as determined by required district assessment
  • Skilled in interpersonal relations
  • Ability to work with others in a team setting
  • Advanced knowledge of [language] educational terms, phrases and acronyms
  • Intermediate knowledge of inter-cultural communication including sociology-linguistic diversity and variance
  • Operating knowledge of and experience with word processing and interpreting system
  • Knowledge of translation software and features for Microsoft Word is required within six months after hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Any job-related formal education, professional work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, certifications, licenses, and other criteria that are inessential and in addition to the minimum qualifications, certifications, and licenses.

  • Language interpreting experience

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: The physical exertion, cognitive capacities, and work environments required to perform a position's duties and responsibilities.

  • Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics
  • Working with others
  • Working alone
  • Noisy environment
  • Normal office environment
  • Occasional bending, reaching, climbing
  • Light physical effort (lifting under 10 pounds)
  • Confined sitting (limited freedom to move about)
  • Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key). 

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