Spanish Language Support Specialist

Date Posted: 10/6/2026
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Location: Based out of Minneapolis, MN

We are looking for a Spanish Language Support Specialist to join our growing team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.

The Spanish Language Support Specialist works directly with students participating in Project Success Institute Certificates programming, providing real-time Spanish language support so students can fully participate and engage in programming.

We are looking for someone who is fluent in both Spanish and English and has previous experience working directly with young people. The ideal candidate is comfortable building relationships with students and can recognize when a student may need language support and step in without disrupting their experience. They should be comfortable interpreting conversations and instructions in real time while helping students feel included, supported, and confident participating in programming.

Contract Responsibilities 

Program Support

• Provide real-time Spanish language support to students during Project Success’s Bike Tech Certificate program
• Help Spanish-speaking students understand instructions, activities, discussions, and other program content so they can fully participate
• Welcome students, build positive relationships, and create an environment where students feel comfortable engaging in programming
• Support students during programming by answering questions, providing clarification, and helping them navigate questions
• Work with the Program Manager – Certificates to identify and respond to student language needs
• Support the communication and implementation of safety protocols
• Support student feedback and evaluation practices
• Escalate any student behavior issues to the Program Manager – Certificates to ensure safety and respect to students, staff, volunteers, and contractors

Mission, Vision & Values + Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility

We are looking for individuals that are passionate about the success of our students and share the mission, vision, and values of Project Success. 

Mission: Project Success motivates and inspires young people to dream about the future, helps them take steps to get there and gives them the tools they need to achieve their goals 

Vision: Every child entering middle school will graduate high school with a plan for their future and have the skills and confidence that will take them through the rest of their lives 

Values: 

Kids First!	Dependability, Reliability, and Trust
A Non-Judgmental Environment	Willingness to Grow and Change
Love is the Key	Develop Healthy Relationships
Clear and Open Communication	Sustain Excellence

Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.):  
Project Success strives to connect students to their purpose by creating programming that truly serves our students and families. We envision a Project Success where inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are fully integrated into everything we do. We are an organization that cares deeply about students, families, and community, share our values, and are committed to practicing ongoing anti-racism work and I.D.E.A. principles. 

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Please note that while the below qualifications are preferred for this position, we do not expect any one person to necessarily have all the items listed. We highly encourage people with a wide range of education, experience, and skill levels to apply for this position.

• High school degree or GED required
• 1+ years of experience working directly with young people in an education, youth development, after-school, or similar setting
• Fluent in Spanish and English, with the ability to interpret instructions and conversations in real time
• Experience working with young people from a variety of backgrounds
• Comfortable engaging with students, building relationships, starting conversations, and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing student and program needs
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to take initiative while working within clear program expectations
• A commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Project Success
• Must be able to pass a background check

Position Details

This is an independent contractor position supporting Monday evening Bike Tech Certificate classes at Project Success. Our Certificate classes help students build critical life and career skills that enrich their independence and cultivate creativity and curiosity. The Spanish Language Support Specialist will work alongside our program staff to help Spanish-speaking students fully participate.

• Location: Project Success building (1 Groveland Terrace, Minneapolis, MN 55403)
• Schedule: Monday evenings from 4:00 – 6:45 PM
  o Bike Tech Lab: 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9 (6 sessions)
• Compensation: $25 per hour

There is an opportunity to renew contracts for each of our program trimesters:
Fall Semester
Bike Tech Lab: 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9 (6 sessions)

Winter Semester
January 11, 2026 – March 25, 2026 (No class – March 10)

Spring Semester
April 12, 2026 – June 10, 2026

To Apply

Please email the following to [email protected] with a subject line including the name of the position, addressed to the Senior Program Manager – Institute, Emily Vang:

• Resume
• Tell us why you are interested in this position, including any relevant experiences
• References
• Where you heard about us and/or found the job posting

Project Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!