ELL Tutor Interpreter

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

Job summary

Perry Township Schools is seeking an ELL Tutor Interpreters - Spanish to support English language learners within classrooms and resource centers in Indiana. The role involves assisting with language assessment, administering tests, and performing clerical tasks to aid EL teachers and staff.

The position requires fluency in English and bilingual ability in Chin, with a High School diploma, and prior translator experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English (as per job requirements).
• Bi-lingual in Chin.
• Desire to work with children of many cultures.
• Prior translator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with instruction of EL students in various settings.
• Keeps EL information updated for school and district.
• Assists with EL files and records.
• Work under supervision of EL Teacher of Record and administration.
• Communicate regularly with EL teacher and administrators.
• Communicate with parents as directed.
• Develop good relationships with staff and administrators.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Translating written documents

Office equipment operation

Record keeping

Bilingual communication

Language support for EL students

Flexibility

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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.

ELL Tutor Interpreters - Spanish

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 EL students, in variety of settings.
• Keeps school and district office updated with current EL information.
• Assists with EL files.
• Work under the supervision of EL Teacher of Record and building administration.
• Communicate on a regular basis with EL teacher and administrators.
• Communicate with parents, as directed by EL teacher and/or administrator.
• Develop good relationship with all staff, including other non-certified staff, teachers and 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

• Translating written documents
• 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
• Excellent communication 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 FrequentAbility to lift 25 pounds. SeldomAbility to carry 25 pounds. OccasionalAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very FrequentAbility to operate job-related equipment. Very FrequentAbility to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

License/ Registration/ Certification

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

Education

• High School diploma or GED.

Experience

• Previous translator experience is preferred.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt