ELL Tutor Interpreters

About the Role

Providing support to the instructional program within an assigned classroom and resource center with specific responsibility for assisting in the assessment of students' English language acquisition, administering tests, performing classroom clerical tasks, and serving as a resource to other school personnel requiring assistance with non-English-speaking persons.

Responsibilities

• Assists with instruction of EL (English Learner) students in a variety of settings.
• Keeps school and district office updated with current EL information.
• Assists with EL files.
• Works under the supervision of the EL Teacher of Record and building administration.
• Communicates regularly with EL teachers and administrators.
• Communicates with parents as directed by EL teacher and/or administrator.
• Develops good relationships with all staff, including other non-certified staff, teachers, and administrators.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.
• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, calculators, and telephones.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Fluent in English.
• Bi-lingual in Chin.
• Desire to work with children of many cultures.
• Previous translator experience is preferred.
• Prior experience working with English Language Learners preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Translating written documents.
• Operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Concepts of grammar and punctuation in both English and a second language.
• Coordinating age-appropriate activities.
• Knowledge of board policy, district, state, and federal regulations/laws.
• Ability to be flexible.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (Very Frequent).
• Ability to lift 25 pounds (Seldom).
• Ability to carry 25 pounds (Occasional).
• Ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations (Very Frequent).
• Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter (Very Frequent).
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation (Very Frequent).
• Ability to operate job-related equipment (Very Frequent).
• Ability to reach in all directions (Very Frequent).

Pay

$19.95 per hour.

Schedule

7.5 hours per day, 182 days per year.