Elementary Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Paraprofessional

SUMMARY:
Hamilton Community Schools is seeking a part-time elementary paraprofessional to serve at Bentheim Elementary with positive behavior interventions. This individual will assist elementary teachers/staff, principals, and the elementary positive behavior intervention coordinator with the behavioral support of students. At times this might include working with a group of students or working as 1:1 with an individual student for periods of time or full days.

LOCATION: Bentheim Elementary

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

START DATE: 2024-25 school year

WEEKLY HOURS: Monday-Friday from approximately 8:30 - 3:30 (approximately 32.5 hours per week, when students are in session)

SALARY RANGE: $16.11/hour (start)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Possibly assist students with disabilities according to their individualized needs, which could include transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
Possibly assist students with physical care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
Assist in managing the behavior of students
Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events when requested by the administration
Help supervise the arrival and departure of students, and provide supervision and support in multiple settings throughout the school day
Follow instructions from teachers, administrators and the
Previous experience working with students with varying social-emotional needs preferred
CPI Training for non-violent crisis intervention preferred
1st Aid/CPR certification preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

18 years of age
High school diploma or high 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 with elementary-age students, including students with special needs
First Aid/CPR certification
Title I - Paraprofessional Qualifications

College degree; OR
Completed 60 college credit hours; OR
Achieve a passing score on one of the following MDE-approved formal state academic assessments:

MTTC Basic Skills
ETS - 460
WorkKeys - Minimum scores of Reading for Information (4); Applied Math (4); Writing (3)
SAT - at least 480 on evident-based reading and writing and 530 on math
ACT (between 1/1/1989 - 10/1/2017) - minimum scores of Reading (22); Combined English and Writing (22); Math (22)
MME (between 1/1/2007 -1/31/2015) - minimum scores of Reading (1108); Writing (1129); Math (1116)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25+ pounds.

WHO ARE WE?

Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district in West Michigan, located south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district includes one preschool learning center (Sandyview), three elementary schools (Bentheim, Blue Star, and Hamilton Elementary), one middle school, one high school, and the Hamilton Virtual School. Despite covering a large area of 135 square miles, Hamilton retains a small-town feel.

As one of the 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD), Hamilton Community Schools employs 400 staff members and serves over 2,400 full-time students, along with 1,100 non-public students across various programs and formats. Renowned throughout the state, our district is celebrated for balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation, catering to the needs of every learner. With a strong focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts, Hamilton is a destination district. WE are HAWKEYES!

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Submit an application, cover letter and resume using the online application system.

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled. However, for best consideration, applications should be submitted by Tuesday, November 26th.

Any questions can be sent to Jared Randall, Principal at Bentheim, at jrandall@hamiltonschools.us

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