Media Clerk and General Support Paraprofessional

Position: Media Clerk and General Support Paraprofessional.
Location: Hamilton Elementary School

Reports to: Building Principal Job Description:

Assist teachers with the individualized instruction and care of students. This will occur throughout the day, including within the classroom, during recess, during lunch, and in specials classes. This position will also provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility to:

• Maintain Library inventory through ordering and purchasing
• Manage library collection using Follett/Destiny
• Provide materials for grade level curriculum support to classroom teachers
• Manages library visits by classroom for book lending, read alouds, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of children’s literature and developmentally appropriate texts
• Provide as needed support throughout the building and in classrooms on non-Library days
• Monitor recess, lunchroom, and before-school activities
• Manage students both in small and large groups
• Other duties as assigned

Hours: Approx. 28-29 hours/week when school is in session.

Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour (base)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a college degree;
  OR
• Completed 60 college credit hours;
  OR
• Successful completion of the Work Keys skills tests in the areas of math, reading for information, and writing (The Work Keys tests are available through West Michigan Works Office).

Preferred Qualifications: Passion for reading and getting students to read;
Previous work experience with elementary-age students, including students with special needs;
Basic computer skills

Posting Deadline: Open until filled

Start Date: August 11 (or as soon as possible)

Any questions can be sent to Dean Kramer, Principal (dkramer)

Equal Opportunity Employer Hamilton Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, height, weight, marital status, familial status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status with applicable state and federal laws.

Distribution: Internal / External