Bilingual Tutor for English Learners

Vallejo City Unified School District; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallejo City Unified School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Bilingual Tutor to support English Language Learner students under the Coordinator of Categorical and English Language Learner Program. The role involves providing academic support in the student’s primary language and collaborating with classroom staff to ensure appropriate assistance.

Requirements include high school diploma and proficiency in English and the student’s primary language; NCLB credentialing options are described

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be proficient in both the primary language of the student and English.
• Experience with children’s groups, tutoring, or mentoring is highly desirable.
• Must meet NCLB requirement: AA degree, 48 college credits, or pass an examination.

Responsibilities

• Assist new students and parents by explaining school procedures and providing survival information.
• Assess students' primary language skills to tailor instructional support.
• Coordinate with the classroom teacher to ensure relevant support is provided.
• Help students understand classroom assignments, including instructions and directions.
• Translate text materials and assist with study and test-taking skills.
• Assist parents and teachers to communicate about school-related concerns.
• Monitor student progress and provide encouragement and support.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Student support

Dependable

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

NCLB: AA degree / 48 credits / exam

Job description

Vallejo City Unified School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Bilingual Tutor to support English Language Learner students under the Coordinator of Categorical and English Language Learner Program. The role involves providing academic support in the student’s primary language and collaborating with classroom staff to ensure appropriate assistance.

Requirements include high school diploma and proficiency in English and the student’s primary language; NCLB credentialing options are described