Multilingual Cultural Mentor

Memphis, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Purpose and Scope

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The essential function of the position within the organization is to serve as liaison between District staff and students and parents whose primary spoken language is one other than English. The position is responsible for providing academic assistance to students in the English as a Second Language (ESL) program; interpreting for students parents and teachers and performing other duties as assigned. The position works under general supervision according to some procedures; decides how and when to complete tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associates degree or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test or an equivalent combination of education training or experience may be acceptable. Relevant training and experience is defined as one (1) year or more of experience in translating and/or mentoring; experience and training in working with students in an instructional environment preferably within a bilingual setting.

(PROOF OF EDUCATION TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelors Degree 4 years plus required years of experience.

Masters Degree6 years plus required years of experience.

Purpose and ScopeSUMMARY DESCRIPTION:The essential function of the position within the organization is to serve as liaison between District staff and students and parents whose primary spoken language is one other than English. The position is responsible for providing academic assistance to student...