MTC Language Evaluator - Tongan (Part-time)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Provo, UT

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About The Position

This part-time position assesses the language proficiency of missionaries and teacher applicants in Tongan using the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. The evaluator reports language-specific ratings to the Language Evaluation Supervisor to support decisions about missionary placement and applicant employment eligibility. The role supports the missionaries’ work of inviting others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel.

The evaluator participates in individual and group training to improve evaluation skills, accuracy, and intra-rater and interrater reliability. The position may also include clerical and secretarial work, role-playing as a non-member interested in learning about the Church, and other temporarily assigned MTC duties such as assisting with Mission Leadership Seminar. The role requires professionalism, confidentiality, independent work, and effective communication.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience speaking a second language.
• Advanced High or Superior proficiency in the target language; non-native speakers must provide evidence of proficiency, such as OPI certification.
• Able to work independently and confidently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent public relations and communication skills.
• Able to prioritize and organize.
• Must keep sensitive information confidential and work professionally.
• May need to sit for long periods and use monitors or other equipment to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Previous or current MTC experience.
• At least 1 year of experience evaluating language-speaking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess the language abilities of missionaries, both before they arrive at the MTC and while in residence, and of teacher applicants.
• Report language-specific ratings to the Language Evaluation Supervisor through appropriate channels.
• Participate in regular individual training to improve intra-rater reliability, evaluation skills, and accuracy.
• Participate in regular group training to improve interrater reliability and accuracy.
• Support an environment of increased harmony, trust, and goodwill within the department and the MTC.
• Perform secretarial and clerical tasks as needed.
• May take on additional responsibilities as an Actor, role-playing as a non-member interested in learning about The Church of Jesus Christ.
• May perform other temporarily assigned duties at the MTC, such as assisting with Mission Leadership Seminar.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed