Bilingual Language Assessor; Spanish

Waterbury Public Schools Bilingual Language Assessor (Spanish)

Reports To: Bilingual/ESOL Education Department Supervisor or designee.

Job Classification

Title:

Bilingual Language Assessor (Spanish)

Department: Bilingual Education Department

Funding Source: Grants

Bargaining Unit Classification: UPSEU Local 424 Unit 69

Flsa Designation: Non-Exempt; 12 months; 35 hours per week.

Note:

This is a grant funded, Union position with benefits that exists as long as funds are available. $16.94–$17.00 per hour.

Summary of Classification: This class is accountable for providing language assessment services to students who have limited English proficiency as established by Federal guidelines and requirements.

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate's degree/Post-Secondary education from an accredited university or college with some experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut driver's license and own transportation.
• Must meet SEIU Union Contract requirements for auto insurance coverage.
• Experience working with a diverse, multicultural and multilingual population.
• Experience working with children of all ages.
• Experience working as a team with public, staff from other programs and parents.

• Fluency in the applicable language(s).

• In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in dealing with the public and staff.
• Ability to handle multiple requests, respond quickly and accurately to interpretation needs, and suggest more effective approaches to interpretation services.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with strict schedules.
• Ability to understand viewpoints of persons from other cultures.
• Ability to work as a team with public, staff from other programs and parents.
• Ability to work with children of all ages.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse, multicultural and multilingual backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read and write both English and Spanish.
• Human relations skills.
• Interpersonal teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures, including data analysis of services provided and record keeping, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Outlook, drop boxes and PDF documents.
• Some proficiency in computer technology and the use of various pieces of office equipment.

• Administer Language Assessment Scale (LAS Oral, Reading and Writing) to all incoming students to the Waterbury School District that speak a language other than English, and when needed for placement or PPT (Spanish or English).
• Assist with oral and written translations.
• Discuss test results and programs available in the District with parents and staff, identify students' needs and refer to the appropriate personnel and program when necessary (Social Worker, Family Counselor, Coordinator, etc.).
• Ensure that the Language Assessment Scale (LAS oral and written) is administered to all incoming students that speak another language other than English, and when needed for placement or PPT.
• Inform District personnel on policies and procedures to be followed in placing Limited English Proficient (LEP) students.
• Provide translations verbally and in writing.
• Schedule appointments for testing.
• Travel to schools to administer the tests.
• Update and maintain all students' records in the Bilingual/ESOL Education Department through data entry.
• Perform any and all responsibilities as determined by the Superintendent of Schools and the Supervisor of the Bilingual/ESOL Education Department.

Physical Requirements: Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

The Waterbury Public Schools 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 encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.