Multilingual Cultural Mentor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onDoctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Memphis, Shelby County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38128, United States
About the Role
This position serves as a vital liaison between District staff and students and parents whose primary spoken language is not English. The role is dedicated to 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.
Working under general supervision, the incumbent follows established procedures while exercising autonomy in deciding how and when to complete tasks. This role is essential for bridging communication gaps and ensuring equitable access to education for non-English speaking families.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Memphis, Shelby County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38128, United States
Memphis, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide academic assistance to students in the English as a Second Language program
- check_circleMentor students in an instructional environment
- check_circleDecide how and when to complete assigned tasks
- check_circleServe as liaison between District staff and non-English speaking students and parents
- check_circleInterpret for students, parents, and teachers
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's degree from accredited college or university
- verified2 years of college (minimum 48 semester hours)
- verifiedPassing score on ParaPro Assessment Test
- verified1+ year experience in translating and/or mentoring
- verifiedExperience working with students in instructional environment
Nice to Have
Experience and training in working with students in an instructional environment, preferably within a bilingual setting.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: English As A Second Language, Esl, Translating, Mentoring, Bilingual, Para Pro Assessment Test.
Education: Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
Frequently asked questions about Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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In this Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools role, you will provide academic assistance to students in the english as a second language program; mentor students in an instructional environment; decide how and when to complete assigned tasks; and serve as liaison between district staff and non-english speaking students and parents.
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To qualify for the Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools position, applicants should have: Associate's degree from accredited college or university; 2 years of college (minimum 48 semester hours); Passing score on ParaPro Assessment Test; 1+ year experience in translating and/or mentoring; and Experience working with students in instructional environment.
Where is the Multilingual Cultural Mentor role at Memphis-Shelby County Schools located?expand_more
Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools is based in Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Memphis, Shelby County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38128, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Memphis-Shelby County Schools has listed this Multilingual Cultural Mentor role as on-site.
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Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools include English As A Second Language; Esl; Translating; Mentoring; Bilingual; and Para Pro Assessment Test.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
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Multilingual Cultural Mentor at Memphis-Shelby County Schools is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Memphis-Shelby County Schools operates as a major urban education administration program headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. As one of the twenty-five largest school districts in the United States, the organization serves a diverse student population within the Bluff City, focusing on preparing learners for success in education, leadership, and professional life. The district maintains a commitment to the belief that every child possesses the capacity to learn and that education serves as a vital equalizer.
The district supports a significant number of economically disadvantaged students, with eighty-four percent of the population falling into this category. Memphis-Shelby County Schools has established specific goals for 2025, aiming for eighty percent of students to be ready for college and careers, a ninety percent high school graduation rate, and full enrollment of graduates in post-secondary education. The organization emphasizes that progressive educational strategies are essential for making a tangible difference in the lives of underserved children.
Recent performance data indicates the district is a Level 5 growth district, the highest rating available in Tennessee, for three consecutive years. District-wide mathematics proficiency scores have doubled over the same period. Additionally, schools previously ranked in the bottom five percent of the state are now demonstrating significant progress toward reaching the top twenty-five percent. The administration ensures that every classroom is staffed by effective teachers and that school leadership remains dedicated to operational excellence.
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