Bilingual EL Support & Translation Specialist

Wifca; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Madison Metropolitan School District is seeking a Bilingual Resource Specialist to support English Learners and their families. The role involves providing linguistic and cultural support in collaboration with school staff, plus translation and interpretation services to ensure clear communication across languages.

This in-person position emphasizes collaboration with ESL/BRT staff, maintaining EL records, and helping newcomers adapt socially and academically within MMSD’s diverse community.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional supports and service delivery to English Learners (ELs) in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Facilitate and enhance communication, including translation and interpretation for families and staff.
• Assist ESL/BRT with communication to families regarding the Home Language Survey and ESL status and services.

Job description

The Madison Metropolitan School District is seeking a Bilingual Resource Specialist to support English Learners and their families. The role involves providing linguistic and cultural support in collaboration with school staff, plus translation and interpretation services to ensure clear communication across languages.

This in-person position emphasizes collaboration with ESL/BRT staff, maintaining EL records, and helping newcomers adapt socially and academically within MMSD’s diverse community.