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.

Essential Job Functions:

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

Equipment Use:
Standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone

Travel Requirements:
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Pay Rate: $19.95 per hour

Work Schedule:

Varies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Translating written documents
• 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
• Excellent communication skills
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• 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 and codes, 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:

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

Education:

• High School diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Previous translator experience is preferred.

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt