School’s Out Washington (SOWA) is seeking an experienced Biliterate Content Specialist (Spanish) Independent Contractor. This contracted position requires fluency in English and Spanish, and skill in writing and communication with an audience that is diverse in levels of education, culture, and first language. This person will report directly to the Professional Learning Associate Director (PLAD) and work closely with the Training Content Manager to support the transcreation of the online self-paced School Age Basics (SAB) curriculum from English to Spanish.
The scope of work includes conducting a quality assurance review of existing English-to-Spanish translated content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and cultural appropriateness. Upon this initial review of content, this position will work closely with the PLAD to facilitate an external workgroup review process. The external workgroup will consist of 3-5 members from the Youth Development field who will test functionality, accessibility, and overall quality and accuracy of the translated materials. In addition, the Biliterate Content Specialist will manage the workflow for any additional translation, editing, and final production of the translated online self-paced SAB.
Agency Overview
For over 30 years, SOWA has been supporting an equitable ecosystem of expanded learning programs for Washington’s youth by helping after-school, summer, and child care programs become more robust and accessible. Anchored in collaboration, we secure funding, advocate for the youth development sector, and provide tools and trainings to professionals who work with young people, ages 5 to 24. Our efforts benefit communities throughout the state by prioritizing youth most impacted by systemic inequity.
Approximate Timeline
| Late February/Early March | Onboard position Begin quality assurance review of SAB content in 360Learning (LMS system) |
| March | Finalize any initial edits and additional translation of content and materials |
| April | Prepare for External Workgroup RFQ process with PLAD Facilitate external workgroup through review process |
| May | Gather and implement feedback from workgroup Finalize online self-paced SAB (Spanish) content in 360Learning |
| June | Wrap up contract Prepare any necessary hand-off documents/guides; participate in final meetings to close out work |
Duties & Responsibilities
In support of this effort, the duties of the Biliterate Content Specialist IC will include, but are not limited to:
- Review, edit, write, and as needed, develop Spanish-language content for the School Age Basics training delivered in Genially and 360Learning platforms. Content formats may include print, web, digital, and other instructional materials.
- Participate in the transcreation process to review translated material for alignment to specific audiences.
- Participate in simultaneous multilingual design process.
- Review and modify translated evidence-based research materials to ensure accessible language for Spanish-speaking youth development, school age child care, and expanded learning professionals.
- Translate evidence-based research into culturally sustaining professional development material for youth development, school age child care, expanded learning professionals, and other users.
- Minimal recording of video and/or voice over content (translated scripts provided).
- Support completion of School Age Basics transcreation project and project manage on a regular basis.
- Actively participate and facilitate a review and evaluation process, including peer review, to ensure creation of high-quality and culturally sustaining content for online self-paced School Age Basics.
- Participate in meetings with project partners (both within School’s Out Washington and externally with project funders and stakeholders).
- Regularly communicate goals, milestones, and project timelines with supervisor and project teams through required reporting and communication platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience working in and/or supporting licensed school age child care programs in Washington State
- Biliterate in English and Spanish and experience with writing, public-speaking, and translating these languages
- Strong experience designing, writing, developing and editing culturally sustaining professional development materials related to school age child care and the youth development field, including topics on child/adolescent development, racial equity, culturally responsive teaching/programming, or other relevant topics
- Established or deep understanding of racial equity, biases, and culturally responsive practices
- Must have a valid STARS ID #
- Ability to problem solve, take initiative, set priorities, manage multiple projects and exercise good judgment in a fast paced, dynamic and deadline driven environment in an organized and professional manner
Additional Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to equity in youth development and professional development.
- Demonstrated experience in using appropriate professional style guides (e.g., APA style) and ability to communicate complex ideas in written materials.
- Ability to work independently and as an integral member of a team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and to manage confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner.
- Proficiency with personal computing environment, Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting platforms, file sharing platforms, and the Internet.
Desired Qualifications
- Some experience with participating in a SOWA self-paced LMS training or another similar system
- Experience providing feedback, especially on curriculum, content and design
- Familiarity with issues related to education, out-of-school time programming
- Familiarity with the School Age Only WACs and WA State Core Competencies for Child Care and Youth Development Professionals
- Extensive experience working in the youth development field and/or with adult learners
Compensation
- This work will be compensated on a contractual, hourly basis at a rate of $150 per hour, for up to 180 total hours. The contract term will end June 30, 2026.
Payment
- Selected contractor will be required to submit a W-9 to SOWA
- SOWA issues payments via ACH direct deposit. Selected reviewers will be required to provide ACH payment authorization
- Both the W-9 form and the ACH authorization form will be sent to selected reviewers from SOWA via DocuSign
Application Process
- Interested individuals should submit their written materials using THIS FORM no later than February 19, 2026, at 11:59PM PST.
- Be ready to provide personal and contact information, and specific examples that demonstrate how you meet the qualifications listed.