EL Tutor Interpreter PT

ELL Tutor Interpreter - PT 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.

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

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone.

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

$19.95 per hour.

Varies.

• 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 a 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.

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, codes, rules, 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

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

• High School diploma or GED.

• Previous translator experience preferred.