Bilingual Assistant 25/26 SY

Indiana Public Schools • Indianapolis, IN

327d • Remote

About The Position

The bilingual assistant assists English Learners in his/her assigned building with understanding academic concepts and content. The bilingual assistant also communicates with parents and staff, assists in enrollment, provides written translations and oral interpretation when required.

Requirements

• Exceptional fluency and literacy in English.
• Demonstrated fluency and literacy in an additional language.
• Understand basic mathematical concepts and be able to explain them to students in the students' first language.
• Knowledge of more advanced mathematics such as algebra and geometry is necessary to work in secondary schools.
• Be able to carry out instructions that are written, spoken or appear in diagram form.
• Create a warm and welcoming environment for English learners and their families.
• Collaborate and take direction from ENL and classroom teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to English learners who are experiencing difficulty understanding academic content.
• Serve as a link between the school and families.
• Interpret for any school function or meeting that requires this service.
• Assist in the enrollment process.
• Provide written translation of notes to parents, important information that is shared with all families.
• Work towards building a positive self-image in English learners.
• Help students view their culture and themselves with pride.
• Help the school staff to be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences.
• Work with administration, teachers, and staff to help English learners reach academic goals.
• Be present at work.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
• Generous leave policies including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Wellness programs including health screenings and employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees