Mixteco Bajo Interpreter Contract - LSA Network in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is an independent contractor (1099) position, not a full-time employee role. That distinction matters significantly for career planning: you won't receive benefits, paid time off, or employer tax contributions. Income is variable and tied directly to call volume.
Compensation Context: LSA has not disclosed a pay rate. Telephonic interpreters in the US typically earn between $0.40–$1.20 per minute of interpreted call, or hourly rates of $15–$30 depending on language rarity. Mixteco Bajo is a rare indigenous language, which may command a premium rate — this is worth negotiating explicitly.
Skills Developed:
- Medical, legal, and social services interpreting — highly transferable specializations
- Cultural mediation and cross-cultural communication
- Professional conduct under pressure in sensitive settings
Career Path Signals: This role is a solid entry point or supplement for professional interpreters. Gaining experience here can support applications for certifications like CMI or CCHI, which significantly increase earning potential. LSA is a recognized industry player (Top Provider 2026), so it's a credible line on a resume.
Green Flags: Open to international contractors; rare language pair reduces competition. Red Flags: No benefits, no disclosed pay rate, no guaranteed hours — typical of gig-style interpreting contracts. Treat this as a revenue stream to combine with other clients rather than a sole income source.
Overview:
As a telephonic interpreter for Mixteco Bajo in LSA's network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you are responsible for handling telephone calls on demand and facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings. Language Services Associates is continuously accepting qualified interpreters!
Responsibilities:
- Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting
- Answer inbound calls in a timely manner
- Provide superior customer service
- Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
- Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry-specific best practices
Qualifications/Experience:
- Full fluency in both English and Mixteco Bajo
- Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word)
- An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises
- 1+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred
- Industry-specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.)
This opportunity is available to both US and internationally based interpreters.
LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment. In recognition of our commitment to excellence, LSA was named a Top Provider and a Top Workplace in 2026. If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume, which emphasizes your interpreting experience.
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