Young Fives Paraprofessional

Hamilton Community School District; Michigan; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton Community School District seeks a Young Fives Paraprofessional to support individualized instruction and small groups at Hamilton Elementary School. The role involves assisting with reading and math instruction, monitoring and caring for students, and providing feedback to teachers.

The paraprofessional will use data tools such as Acadience and iReady to inform instructional decisions, participate in assessments, and help manage classroom and school activities throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Assist with individualized instruction in reading and math.
• Lead small groups and provide feedback.
• Use data to make instructional decisions (Acadience, iReady, etc.).
• Assist with assessments of students using Acadience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Young Fives teacher with instruction and student care.
• Monitor recess, lunch, and before-school activities.
• Support with personal care/toileting as needed.
• Perform duties to support the instructional program.

Skills

Reading support

Math support

Small group instruction

Data-driven decisions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Acadience

Fountas and Pinnell

EBLI

iReady

Job description

Young Fives Paraprofessional

Job Summary

The Hamilton Community School District is seeking an individual to serve the district in the role of Young FivesParaprofessional at Hamilton Elementary School.

Location

HamiltonElementary

Reports to

BuildingPrincipal

Job Description

Assist Young Fives teacher with the individualized and small group instruction and care of students. This will occur throughout the day, including within the classroom, during recess, during lunch, and in specials classes. The position may also include personal care/toileting support for individualstudents.This position will also providesupport to the instructional program with specific responsibility for:

• assisting with individualized instruction in reading and math
• lead small groups of learners and provide written and verbal feedback
• assist with utilizing data (Acadience, Fountas and Pinnell, EBLI, iReady, etc.) to make instructional decisions
• assist with assessing students with Acadience and other assessments
• monitor recess, lunchroom and before-school activities
• manage students both in small and large groups
• other duties as assigned

Hours

Mon–Fri, averaging 28.75 hours/wk over the year. The

position is intended for 33.75 hrs/wk for the first trimester; 28.75 hrs/wk in the second trimester; 23.75 hrs/wk in the third trimester.

Start Date

August 2025

Rate of Pay

$15.33/hour (base)

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• High school diploma orhigh school equivalency diploma
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form\
• Ability to follow written and oral communication
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to read and understand instructional materials presented to students
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with all students, staff and school community
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district and BOE policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience withelementary-age students, including students with special needs
• First Aid/CPR certification

WHO ARE WE?

Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district located in West Michigan south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district consists of four elementary buildings (Bentheim, Blue Star, Hamilton Elementary, and Sandyview) along with one middle school, one high school, and Hamilton FLEX (Virtual, Blended, and Shared Time options). Hamilton prides itself on being a big district (135 square miles) with a small-town feel.

Hamilton Community Schools is one of 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD). Our district consists of 400 employees and over 2,400 full-time students and 1,100 non-public students in a variety of programs and formats. Hamilton Community Schools is known throughout the state as a premier district balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation to meet the needs of each learner. The focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts makes Hamilton a destination district.WE are HAWKEYES!

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