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 Somali.
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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 or Somali.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Ability to follow the teacher's plan and direction, and communicate effectively with
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Experience of up to one year in a job-related field (i.e. working with children and families; working with diverse communities and families.)
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All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
September 19, 2025
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).
Bilingual Paraprofessional (English and Spanish or Somali)
8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 6.5 hours total
173 - School Calendar 2025-2026 School Year
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:
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care)
- Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days
Master Agreement - Liaisons & Bilingual/Bicultural Staff
- Bilingual required (will be required to do a written and oral test.) Must be able to speak, write and read in English and Somali.
- 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 Somali.
- 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.
