Student Support Specialist at Roosevelt Elementary

Kids for the Future; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $750 in 403b Matching Funds

Medical Bridge

Identity Theft

Personal Leave - 2 Days

Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 1

Job summary

Willmar Public Schools is seeking a Student Support Specialist to help create a safe, positive learning environment for all students at Roosevelt Elementary School. The role supports classroom instruction by implementing proactive behavior management strategies and supervising students during recess and other activities.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and knowledge of teaching practices, child development, and behavior management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in teaching.
• Knowledge of child development fundamentals and concepts.
• Knowledge of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of behavioral management strategies, crisis intervention and methods.
• Knowledge of district policies, guidelines, rules or philosophy pertaining to discipline and appropriate student behavior and consequences.

Responsibilities

• The Student Support Specialist helps create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for all students.
• This role supports classroom instruction by implementing proactive behavior management strategies.
• Assists with student educational plans and supervising students during recess and other activities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 1800 19th Ave SW,Willmar, MN, 56201,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description The Student Support Specialist helps create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for all students. This role supports classroom instruction by implementing proactive behavior management strategies, assisting with student educational plans, and supervising students during recess and other activities. The ideal candidate is patient, collaborative, and committed to helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

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

Knowledge of child development fundamentals and concepts.

Knowledge of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.

Knowledge of behavioral management strategies, crisis intervention and methods.

Knowledge of district policies, guidelines, rules or philosophy pertaining to discipline and appropriate student behavior and consequences.

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

Summary

August 20, 2026

Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Student Support Specialist.

The Student Support Specialist helps create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for all students. This role supports classroom instruction by implementing proactive behavior management strategies, assisting with student educational plans, and supervising students during recess and other activities. The ideal candidate is patient, collaborative, and committed to helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Position

Student Support Specialist

Location

Roosevelt Elementary School

Rate of Pay

$17.00

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Schedule (Approximately)

173 – School Calendar 2026-2027

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

• Up to $750 in 403b Matching Funds
• Multiple Voluntary Benefits including:
• Medical Bridge
• Identity Theft
• Personal Leave - 2 Days
• Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days

Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in teaching.
• Knowledge of child development fundamentals and concepts.
• Knowledge of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of behavioral management strategies, crisis intervention and methods.
• Knowledge of district policies, guidelines, rules or philosophy pertaining to discipline and appropriate student behavior and consequences.

Testing Required

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