Bilingual Paraprofessional-English and Spanish at Kennedy

The Bilingual Paraprofessional provides academic support for limited English-speaking students, assists second language students in reading and language development, and communicates with students, teachers, school personnel, and families in two different languages (English and Spanish).

Bilingual speaking and writing.

Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.

High School Diploma or GED.

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

July 9, 2026

Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Bilingual Paraprofessional - English and Spanish Speaking.

The Bilingual Paraprofessional provides academic support for limited English-speaking students, assists second language students in reading and language development, and communicates with students, teachers, school personnel, and families in two different languages (English and Spanish).

Position

Bilingual Paraprofessional - English and Spanish

Location

Kennedy Elementary School

Rate of Pay

$17.25 per hour

Hours Per Day

6.5

Schedule (Approximately)

8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Working Days per Year

173 - School Calendar 2026-2027

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 speaking and writing
• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of other languages.
• Basic proficiency in routine aspects of a Bilingual Paraprofessional.
• Planning activities that relate to similar situations and involves choices among familiar alternatives.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Bilingual required (will be required to do a written and oral test.)
• Experience of up to one year in a job-related field (i.e., working with children and families; working with diverse communities and families; etc.)

Testing Required

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

How to Apply

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Closing Date

Open until filled