What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Paraprofessional at the High School (2 positions) position at Willmar School District?
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.
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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
7
Schedule (Approximately)
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
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.
- $8,945 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
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to follow the teacher's plan and
students and staff.
- Experience of up to one year in a job-related
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
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Closing Date
Open until filled
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