Employment Opportunities

The Washburn School District is seeking applicants for the following positions:

COACHES NEEDED for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Elementary Volleyball

  • Junior High Volleyball (2)

  • Assistant Volleyball (Varsity)

  • Assistant Football (Varsity)

  • Assistant Girls' Basketball (Varsity)

  • Assistant Baseball (Varsity)

  • Assistant Drama Coach (Varsity)

To apply: https://tinyurl.com/WashburnApps Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

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Paraprofessional – Alternative Education & Study Hall Supervisor

Position Summary:

The paraprofessional will assist in supervising and supporting students assigned to the Alternative Education Room and Study Hall, ensuring a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment. The role includes monitoring student behavior, assisting with assignments, supporting individual learning needs, and communicating with certified staff regarding student progress and concerns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise students assigned to the alternative education or in-school intervention room.

  • Monitor and manage student behavior in accordance with school policies and behavior plans.

  • Provide academic support by assisting students with assignments across subjects.

  • Maintain attendance and documentation for students assigned to the room.

  • Serve as a liaison between students and teachers to collect and return coursework.

  • Reinforce classroom and behavioral expectations set by administration and teaching staff.

  • Supervise and support students during designated study hall periods.

  • Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement to students.

  • Maintain a quiet, orderly, and respectful atmosphere conducive to focused academic work.

  • Support students with organizational skills, goal setting, and time management.

  • Report student concerns or behavioral issues to the appropriate personnel.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree or 48 college credits preferred.

  • Ability to work with high school students in a respectful and constructive manner.

  • Experience in an educational or youth setting preferred.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

  • Basic computer and organizational skills.

  • Must pass background checks as required by school policy and state law.

Working Conditions:

  • School setting; requires supervision in a classroom-type environment.

  • Requires patience, consistency, and calm conflict resolution.

  • May involve occasional physical assistance or crisis intervention training.

To apply: https://tinyurl.com/WashburnApps Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

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K-3 Math Corps Tutors 

 ND Math Corps is seeking tutors for the 2025-26 school year to support Washburn Public School Kindergarten – 3rd grade students to improve foundational math skills.  Math Corps is an evidence-based math tutoring program where tutors provide 20 minutes of daily tutoring to groups of 2 students, with a caseload of 7-9 groups. North Dakota Math Corps provides comprehensive training in strategies proven to help students learn, so tutors are well equipped to help students grow. This part-time AmeriCorps position requires a 9 month commitment for the school year beginning in September, 3-5 days a week for 20-28 hours per week. Tutors work during the school day while school is in session. 

To Apply:
Please submit the following materials to:
 https://tinyurl.com/WPSTeach

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SUB ROUTE BUS DRIVERS AND ACTIVITY DRIVERS

Looking for drivers who would be willing to do a bus route for the academic school year.  Route drivers have rural and in-town pick up and drop off.  Morning and afternoon.  Route drivers also have the opportunity to be hired for activity events and student individual transport driving using school car, van, or mini bus and LARGE bus. Must be able to pass defensive driving. Must have a CDL. Competitive Wages. To apply: https://tinyurl.com/WashburnApps Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

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SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS

Seeking paraprofessionals open to being on an on-call substitute list. This individual would be working with students in the classroom setting, monitoring recess and lunch, assisting teachers, tutoring, assisting with bus duty, and other duties as assigned. Hourly wage is depending on experience and credentials. To apply: https://tinyurl.com/WashburnApps Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

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MINI BUS DRIVERS

Looking for drivers who would be willing to do activity and student driving using school car, van, or mini bus. Must be able to pass defensive driving. To apply: https://tinyurl.com/WashburnApps Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

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 SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Responsible for supervision and instruction using lesson plans prepared by the regular teacher. Compensation is $135 per day. Long-term subs are compensated at base salary, prorated by the number of days taught. Must have a minimum of a North Dakota Substitute Teacher’s License. Submit your interest to sub HERE Call: 701.462.3221 Email: penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us


The district governs its employment opportunities by following the following these policies.

Please fill out the corresponding application below and hit "submit."  

Contact for these positions:

Dr. Penny Veit-Hetletved, Superintendent

Washburn Public School

PO Box 280

Washburn, ND  58577 

701-462-3221

penny.hetletved@k12.nd.us

Washburn Public School District is an equal opportunity employer.