Multilingual Learner Tutor (MLL)

Young World Physical Education

Howell (MI)

On-site

USD 22,037 - 31,386

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Howell Public Schools is seeking a Multilingual Learner Tutor (MLL) at Highlander Way Middle School in Howell, MI. The role supports students with limited English proficiency, assists teachers with assessments, and facilitates communication with families.

The position is in-person, 30 hours per week, from Aug 17, 2026 through May 28, 2027 as scheduled. Requirements include fluent English skills, a high school diploma (or higher), and 60 college credits or an associate degree or proven standards.

Qualifications

Fluent English speaking, reading, writing and listening.
Experience providing one-on-one student support in education.
Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Facilitates communication between parents, students and teachers as needed.
Assists with administering state and district assessments.
Supports students with limited English proficiency in general education settings.
Monitors Multilingual Learner students and supports course scheduling, as needed.
Attends in-person daily; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

One-on-one support

Teamwork with teachers

Interpersonal communication

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 semester hours / two years of college

Associate’s Degree or higher

Job description

Multilingual Learner Tutor (MLL)

Howell Public Schools Highlander Way Middle School - Howell, Michigan. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Howell Public School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5767110

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Multilingual Learner Tutor (MLL Tutor)

Reports To: Principal and/or Assistant Principal

Location: Highlander Way Middle School

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation: HESPA

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

Duration: Ten Months (Student School Days; Aug 17, 2026 - May 28, 2027 as scheduled)

Summary

The Multilingual Learner Tutor assists, supports and works closely with teachers, paraprofessionals and other team members in providing educational benefits for students with limited English language proficiency.

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.
Works with individual teachers to support children with limited English proficiency in the general education classroom.
Continually monitors 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 is required.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Education and Experience

Fluent English language skills (speaking, reading, writing, 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.
Teamwork ability with teachers and other MLL tutors.
High school diploma (or equivalent) and one of the following:
- Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours).
- Obtain an Associate’s Degree (or higher).
- Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate a formal state or local academic assessment (details below).
Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics.
Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.

Assessment Options

ETS ParaPro Assessment – a passing score of 460 is required.
Michigan Test for Teacher Certification – Basic Skills (MTTC) – a passing score on the Basic Skills Test MTTC is required.
SAT (taken on or after March 5, 2016) – evidence‑based Reading & Writing score of 480; Mathematics score of 530.
ACT (taken between January 1, 1989 and October 1, 2017) – Reading score of 22; Combined English/Writing score of 22; Mathematics score of 22.
Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between January 1, 2007 and January 31, 2015) – Reading score of 1108; Writing score of 1129; Mathematics score of 1116.
WorkKeys (taken before June 1, 2017) – Reading for Information Level 4 minimum; Applied Mathematics Level 4 minimum; Writing Level 3 minimum.

Language Skills

Fluent in English – speaking, reading, writing, listening.
Strong understanding of English, including grammar, phonics, sentence structure, comprehension, speaking skills.
Experience with a second language; fluency preferred but not required.
Strong one‑on‑one student support skills.
Effective presentation of information and response to questions from administrators, students, staff, parents, and general public.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Solve practical problems and handle varied concrete situations with limited standardization.
Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Qualifications / Skills

Knowledge of 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 use online assessment programs.
Awareness of district requirements and board policies.
Ability to support academics and behavior management with individuals and groups of students.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and community.
Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information.
Professional demeanor in appearance and behavior.
Learn new skills, flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
Assist in instruction of reading, writing and mathematics, science and social studies.
Patience working with children.
Accuracy and detail orientation.
Follow written and oral directions and complete assignments.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, grammatical, spelling, and punctuation skills.

Physical Demands

Frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions.
May frequently lift and/or move at least 35 pounds of materials.
Close vision needed to read handwritten or typed material; ability to adjust focus.
Interact with the public and other staff; meet multiple demands from several people.

Environmental Adaptability

Work environment is indoors with controlled climate; occasionally outdoors during brief periods in varying weather.
Noise level is moderate to loud.

Functions of Position Description

This position description details general duties, examples of work, knowledge, skills, and acceptable experience and training. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control duties.

The Howell Public School District retains the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete any portion of this description at its sole judgment.

The employee shall remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances in the workplace throughout employment in the District.

This position description is not a contract for employment.

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 prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$19.39 per hour

Job Requirements