ELL Tutor Interpreter - Swahili

Perry Township School District; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Township School District is seeking an ELL Tutor Interpreters - Swahili to support English language learners at Southport High School. The role assists in assessments and classroom tasks while serving as a resource to staff working with non-English-speaking students.

Under supervision of the EL Teacher of Record and administrators, you will communicate with students, parents and staff, maintain EL files, and support a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual in Swahili.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Desire to work with children of many cultures.
• Prior translator experience preferred.
• Knowledge of grammar and punctuation in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction of EL students in various settings.
• Keep school and district office updated with current EL information.
• Assist with EL files.
• Work under the supervision of EL Teacher of Record and building administration.
• Communicate regularly with EL teacher and administrators.
• Communicate with parents, as directed by EL teacher and/or administrator.

Skills

Bi-lingual in Swahili

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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

ELL Tutor Interpreters - Swahili

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%

• 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 Swahili
• 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.