Educational Paraprofessional: Media Center & Classroom Support

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist teachers, support students, and manage media center tasks. Responsibilities include preparing materials, small-group instruction, and circulation duties. Requires a diploma or GED, and eligibility for Georgia PSC Paraprofessional certification.

Experience is valued, and the role involves organizing resources, assisting with technology, and maintaining displays while supporting Dual Immersion students when applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must pass the GACE para assessment; in lieu of the GACE assessment have 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with a grade of C or better; an Associate's Degree or higher from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable.
• Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate.
• 0-1 year experience required.
• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred.
• Follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with students and adults.
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility.
• Technology proficiency (computers, AV, office equipment, etc.).
• Library organization and filing procedure knowledge (alphabetize to three letters and order numerically).
• If in Dual Immersion, proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties
• Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning centers areas for instruction
• Monitors student use of the library and assists students with instructional tasks
• Assists students and teachers in locating and using media/technology resources such as print/non-print materials, audiovisual/video materials, computerized information databases, computer-based learning programs and related media/technology equipment
• Assists with inventory of all media center materials, processing of new materials, preparation of displays, bulletin boards, exhibits and media productions
• Assists in circulation and collection of student mobile devices
• Generate and maintain reports on overdue and lost books, as well as fines associated with these materials
• Staffs circulation desk; Checks media center materials in and out to students and teachers using Destiny Library Manager Software
• Direct, if necessary, student assistants in assigned duties
• Maintain orderly and attractive arrangement of media center materials, equipment, and furnishings
• Participates in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model if applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Technology proficiency

Organization

Dual Immersion language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or higher

GaPSC Paraprofessional Certificate eligible

Job description

Fulton County Schools in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist teachers, support students, and manage media center tasks. Responsibilities include preparing materials, small-group instruction, and circulation duties. Requires a diploma or GED, and eligibility for Georgia PSC Paraprofessional certification.

Experience is valued, and the role involves organizing resources, assisting with technology, and maintaining displays while supporting Dual Immersion students when applicable.