Bilingual EL Resource Specialist - Spanish Language Support

Wifca; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a Bilingual Resource Specialist to support English Learners and families across schools in Madison, Wisconsin. The role focuses on linguistic and academic assistance, translation, and collaboration with classroom staff to ensure EL students receive equitable services.

The position emphasizes culturally responsive and inclusive practices, with responsibilities spanning classroom support, family outreach, and coordination with ESL/BRT for EL

Qualifications

• Must pass MMSD reading, writing, and oral proficiency assessment in target language and English (district screening process)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and adhere to a weekly schedule of academic and linguistic support for English Learners (ELs).
• Provide students with academic, linguistic, and cultural support in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Facilitate and enhance communication, including translation and interpretation.
• Support families by providing interpretation and helping with Home Language Survey and ESL status communications.
• Assist ESL/BRT with EL records, and help newcomers transition into student life with support from staff.

Job description

Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a Bilingual Resource Specialist to support English Learners and families across schools in Madison, Wisconsin. The role focuses on linguistic and academic assistance, translation, and collaboration with classroom staff to ensure EL students receive equitable services.

The position emphasizes culturally responsive and inclusive practices, with responsibilities spanning classroom support, family outreach, and coordination with ESL/BRT for EL