Bilingual Paraprofessional at the High School

The Bilingual Paraprofessional Provides academic support for limited English speaking students. Assist second language students in reading and language development. Communicate with students, teachers, school personnel, and families in two different languages (English and non-English).

• Bilingual required (will be required to do a written and oral test.) Must be able to speak, write and read in English and Spanish.
• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of other languages
• Basic proficiency in routine aspects of a Bilingual Paraprofessional
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow the teacher's plan and direction, and communicate effectively with

students and staff.

• Experience of up to one year in a job-related field (i.e. working with children and families; working with diverse communities and families.)
• All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.

June 11, 2026

Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Bilingual Paraprofessional.

The Bilingual Paraprofessional Provides academic support for limited English speaking students. Assist second language students in reading and language development. Communicate with students, teachers, school personnel, and families in two different languages (English and non-English).

Position

Bilingual Paraprofessional (English and Spanish)

Location

Willmar High School

Rate of Pay

$17.25 per hour

Hours Per Day

8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 6.5 hours total

Schedule (Approximately)

School Days Only

Working Days per Year

173 - School Calendar 2026-2027 School Year

Benefits

Benefits may be prorated based upon start date. Information listed below is based upon a full school year in this position.

$8,306.07 Health Insurance Contribution

$25,000 Life Insurance Policy

Up to $750 in 403b Matching Funds

Pension Plan - PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association

Multiple Voluntary Benefits including:

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Supplemental Life Insurance

Medical Bridge

Accident Coverage

Critical Illness

Identity Theft

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care)

Paid Time Off

Personal Leave - 2 Days

Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days

Bargaining Unit

Master Agreement - Liaisons & Bilingual/Bicultural Staff

Qualifications Required

Bilingual required (will be required to do a written and oral test.) Must be able to speak, write and read in English and Spanish.

General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of other languages

Basic proficiency in routine aspects of a

Bilingual Paraprofessional

Excellent communication skills in English

and Spanish.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to follow the teacher's plan and

direction, and communicate effectively with

students and staff.

Experience of up to one year in a job-related

field (i.e. working with children and families;

working with diverse communities and

families.)

Testing Required

All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.

How to Apply

Apply On-Line:

Closing Date

Open until filled