ELL Tutor Interpreter

Perry Township School District; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Township School District is seeking an ELL Tutor Interpreters - Swahili at Southport High School to support English language learners by assisting in assessment, tests, and classroom tasks under EL teacher supervision.

The role focuses on aiding instruction, maintaining EL records, communicating with parents and staff, and performing clerical duties; requires bilingual communication and reliable teamwork. Work hours are 7.5 per day, 182 days per year, with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Assists with EL instruction across settings.
• Keeps EL information up to date with district office.

Responsibilities

• Assists with instruction of EL students in a variety of settings.
• Keeps school and district office updated with current EL information.
• Assists with EL files.
• Work under supervision of EL Teacher of Record and building administration.
• Communicate regularly with EL teacher and administrators.
• Communicate with parents as directed by EL teacher/administrator.
• Develop good relationships with staff and administrators.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

EL students instruction

Record keeping

Bilingual communication

Flexibility

Problem solving

Relationship building

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

ELL Tutor Interpreters - Swahili

• Position Type: Support Staff - Instructional/ ELL TRANS/TUTOR
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Southport High School

Position Purpose

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.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with instruction of ELstudents, in variety of settings.
• Keeps school and district office updated with current ELinformation.
• Assists with ELfiles.
• Work under the supervision of ELTeacher of Record and building administration.
• Communicate on a regular basis with ELteacher and administrators.
• Communicate with parents, as directed by ELteacher and/or administrator.
• Develop good relationship with all staff, including other non-certified staff, teachersand administrators.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone.

Travel Requirement

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rate

$19.95 per hour.

Work Schedule

7.5 hours per day.
182 days per year.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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 Second Language
• Coordinating age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of board policy, district, state and federal regulations/laws
• Ability to be flexible
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical Requirement Percentage of Time

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 andcodes, 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

License/ Registration/ Certification

• Bi-lingual in Chin
• Desire to work with children of many cultures
• Prior experience working with English Language Learnerspreferred

Education

• High School diploma or GED.

Experience

• Previous translator experience is preferred.