Multilingual Language Tutors (2) (Spanish Immersion Program)

Young World Physical Education; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Howell Public Schools is hiring Multilingual Language Tutors (2) for the Spanish Immersion program at Three Fires Elementary in Howell, MI. The role supports teachers and students through translation, assessment administration and targeted tutoring.

Requirements include a high school diploma or higher, 60 college hours or an associate's degree, and strong English skills. This is a part-time, in-person position with a ten-month term (Aug–June).

Qualifications

• Fluent in English speaking, reading, writing and listening.
• Experience with a second language is preferred but not required.
• Strong one-on-one student support skills required.
• Ability to work in a team with teachers and other MLL tutors.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates communication/translation between parents, students and teachers.
• Assists with administering state and district assessments.
• Supports children in the general education classroom with teachers.
• Continually progress monitors MLL students.
• Participates in site events like Open House and registration.
• In-person attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Second language experience

One-on-one student support

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years higher education (60 hours)

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

Multilingual Language Tutors (2) (Spanish Immersion Program)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5865881
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Multilingual Language Tutors (2) (Spanish Immersion Program)

Location: Academia Bilingüe at Three Fires Elementary

Reports To: Principal and/or Assistant Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation: HESPA

Wages: $19.39 - 20.90

Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 30 hours/week (Specific schedule TBD)

Duration: Ten Months (Student School Days; August - June as scheduled)

SUMMARY:

The Multilingual Language Learner Tutor assists, supports and works closely with teachers, paraprofessionals and other team members in providing educational benefits for students enrolled in the elementary Spanish immersion program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitates communication/translation between parents, students and teachers, as needed.
• Assists with administering State mandated and district/building/class level assessments, including mid-term and final examinations.
• Ability to work with individual teachers to support children with in the general education classroom.
• Continually progress monitor MLL students in the District.
• Participates in Kindergarten Open House, Kindergarten Registration, and/or assisting students with course scheduling at the secondary level.
• In-person attendance required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

None.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Fluent in the English language - speaking, reading, writing and listening.
• Strong understanding of the English language; including grammar, phonics, sentence structure, comprehension and speaking skills.
• Experience with a second language. Fluency preferred but not required.
• Strong one-on-one student support skills required.
• Ability to work in a team with teachers and other MLL tutors.

High school diploma (or equivalent); and must meet one of the following requirements:

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or
• Obtain an Associate’s Degree (or higher); or
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment:

• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics or
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.

• ETS ParaPro Assessment. A passing score of 460 is required. OR
• Michigan Test for Teacher Certification - Basic Skills (MTTC) [ http://www.mttc.nesinc.com/ ]. A passing score on the Basic Skills Test MTTC is required. OR
• SAT (taken on or after March 5, 2016) - Scores on the following sections are required:
• Evidence-based Reading & Writing - 480
• Mathematics - 530 OR
• ACT (taken between January 1, 1989 and October 1, 2017) - Scores on the following sections are required:
• Reading - 22
• Combined English/Writing - 22
• Mathematics - 22 OR
• Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between January 1, 2007 and January 31, 2015) - Scores on the following sections are required:
• Reading - 1108
• Writing - 1129
• Mathematics - 1116 OR
• WorkKeys (taken before June 1, 2017) - Scores on the following sections are required:
• Reading for Information (Level 4 minimum),
• Applied Mathematics (Level 4 minimum) and
• Writing (Level 3 minimum) BEFORE June 1, 2017 will still meet the state requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

• Fluent in the English language - speaking, reading, writing and listening.
• Strong understanding of the English language; including grammar, phonics, sentence structure, comprehension and speaking skills.
• Experience with a second language. Fluency preferred but not required.
• Strong one-on-one student support skills required.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, students, staff, parents, and the general public consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure consistent with the duties of this position.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists consistent with the duties of this position.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form consistent with the duties of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Knowledge of the W-APT, WIDA assessments preferred.
• Experience working with students in a tutorial setting.
• Experience with the Rosetta Stone English program preferred.
• Computer experience (ability to look up websites and utilize the online assessment program).
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board policies.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups of students to support academics and behavior management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff members and the school community.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and the community.
• Ability to portray a professional demeanor in appearance and behavior.
• Ability to learn new skills, flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
• Ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics, science and social studies.
• Must have patience working with children.
• Accurate and detail oriented.
• Ability to work well with others and follow written and oral directions and completes assignments given.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, speaking clearly and communicating thoughts succinctly.
• Excellent grammatical, spelling and punctuation skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see and use repetitive motions, While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 35 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY :

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

The work environment is normally indoors with controlled climate conditions. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION :

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Howell Public School District retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

The Howell Public School District is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19.39 to $20.90 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Liza Kelly
• 411 N. Highlander Way
• Howell, Michigan 48843
• Email: [e-mail]

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