Swahili ESL Interpreter & Instructional Aide

Abilene ISD; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene ISD is seeking an ESL Interpreter- Swahili Instructional Aide for Refugee/Immigrant/ESL students district-wide. The role supports English language acquisition and academic success by bridging language and cultural barriers, tutoring, and translation.

The position involves collaboration with ESL staff and family outreach across campuses. The incumbent provides translation during meetings, home visits, and testing, and helps students acclimate to the school environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Swahili (speaking, reading, writing).
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle.
• General knowledge of public education (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Fluently bilingual in English and another language representing the refugee/immigrant/ESL population within Abilene ISD.
• Collaborate with Bilingual/ESL Office, campus administration, and ESL teachers on objectives and needs.
• Shadow newly enrolled refugee/immigrant/ESL students as they acclimate to the new school environment.
• Assist as an instructional aide clarifying classroom instruction, expectations, and assignments.
• Provide academic support to help immigrant students master the curriculum and complete assignments.
• Assist with after-school tutorials and participate in meetings and summer programs for ESL students.
• Translate verbal and written communication to improve parent involvement; assist with home visits and local testing/assessments.
• Commute between campuses to serve ESL students district-wide.

Skills

English

Swahili

Public education knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Job description

Abilene ISD is seeking an ESL Interpreter- Swahili Instructional Aide for Refugee/Immigrant/ESL students district-wide. The role supports English language acquisition and academic success by bridging language and cultural barriers, tutoring, and translation.

The position involves collaboration with ESL staff and family outreach across campuses. The incumbent provides translation during meetings, home visits, and testing, and helps students acclimate to the school environment.