Bilingual Paraprofessional at the Middle 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 Somali.General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of other languagesBasic proficiency in routine aspects of a Bilingual ParaprofessionalExcellent communication skills in English and Spanish or Somali.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to follow the teacher's plan and direction, and communicate effectively withstudents 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.