ELL Associate Translator - Spanish (full-time) - Karen Acres Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The Urbandale Community School District is seeking an ELL Associate Translator – Spanish for Karen Acres Elementary to translate documents and interpret conversations between English and a student's preferred language. This full-time role supports teachers, families, and students with language access and related duties.

Responsibilities include translating materials, serving as liaison with ELL families, assisting with classroom routines, supervising students, maintaining confidentiality, and

Qualifications

• Translate and interpret between English and Spanish (or other languages).
• Liaison between the school and English Learner families.
• Assist with classroom routines and supervision.
• Support students academically as directed by teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Use technology tools effectively (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Administer individual tests when needed.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Translate and interpret between English and Spanish (or other languages).
• Act as a liaison between the school and English Learner families.
• Assist with classroom routines and supervision.
• Support students academically as directed by teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Use technology tools effectively (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Administer individual tests when needed.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English-Spanish translation

Interpreting

Communication

Collaboration with teachers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator certificate preferred

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Forms

Job description

Job Title

ELL Associate Translator – Spanish (full‑time) – Karen Acres Elementary

Urbandale Community School District, Karen Acres Elementary, Urbandale, Iowa.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5842227
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Position Summary

Purpose. The ELL Associate translates documents and interprets conversations between English and a student/family’s first language. The role also assists teachers with ELL families, instructional groups, clerical, supervision, and other supportive duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Translate and interpret between English and Spanish (or other languages).
• Act as a liaison between the school and English Learner families.
• Assist with classroom routines and supervision.
• Support students academically as directed by teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Use technology tools effectively (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Administer individual tests when needed.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Paraeducator certificate preferred.
• Experience: Experience with translating and interpreting. Preference for experience working with children.
• Skills: Ability to translate written materials and interpret conversations; knowledge of English language development; knowledge of different cultures; ability to work effectively with English Learner students, families, and staff; ability to assist individual students or groups; collaboration with teachers; understanding of classroom and building procedures; ability to follow directions and work independently; strong oral and written communication; ability to maintain accurate student records and confidentiality; ability to use technology.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Repetitive bending, lifting, and hand movement.
• Stand, move, walk while working.
• Must be drug, tobacco, and alcohol free.
• Visual and hearing requirements.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Work mainly in office or school setting, occasional meetings outside school day.

Terms of Employment

• At‑Will Employee
• Letter of Assignment
• Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines
• Performance evaluated annually

Compensation

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $20.20 per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Application Method

Apply through Teach Iowa system