I work in a school with a high percentage/population of Spanish speakers.
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Therefore, communication with families regarding their child(ren)’s progress can be difficult. When I was in my own classroom, I sent home weekly progress reports and newsletter so in order to communicate important information with families, I had to interpret in Spanish. I took Spanish in high school and college quite a few years ago and our Spanish speaking staff members may not always be available. My sister shared this wonderful translating site that she used for her Spanish speaking insurance clients.
Im Translator is a translating website that you do not need to sign in to access. The translator translates in many different languages – my favorite being English to Spanish back to English. “Back translation” is very beneficial because I can see if what I wrote makes sense. Along with my communication to families, I have asked if they have understood what I have translated. Families have shared that is extremely helpful and when I did not send translated material home, I would receive another request. Since using Im Translator, my communication has greatly improved and reached my Spanish speaking families and I truly appreciate and value that in my classroom!
