What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional: Cherryland MS Media Center Specialist/Student Supervisor position at Northwest Education Services?
TITLE: Paraprofessional: Cherryland Middle School
Media Center Specialist and Student
Supervisor
REPORTS TO: Cherryland Middle School Principal
JOB
FUNCTION: Media Center Specialist/Student Supervisor:
Manages various media and technological
resources, oversees the school library, assists
students and staff with resources, manages
book circulation, and maintains an organized,
welcoming learning environment. Supervises
students during lunch and recess, ensuring
safety, enforcing school rules, and promoting
positive behavior in a structured learning
environment.
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: Elk Rapids Schools has approximately 1200 students and
is located in the northwest lower peninsula. Our families enjoy the benefits of living in
an area thriving on tourism as most of our district surrounds beautiful lakes, trails, and
recreational areas.
The District has preschool classrooms with additional preschools available within the
community. There is one PreK-5th grade elementary school, a 6th-8th grade middle
school, one 9th-12th grade high school, a K-5th grade authorized Public School Academy
and extensive alternative education opportunities. Career and technical education
opportunities, as well as several Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment college
courses, are available.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Be dependable and possess strong organizational skills.
? Maintain program records, monitor student progress and reports as directed
? Assist with proactive behavioral interventions to support an individual student
? Maintain appropriate supervision
? Work with individual students and small groups of students
? Provide students with a safe and orderly environment for learning
? Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, the public, and other
staff members.
? Exhibit a positive attitude, creativity, independent thinking, and ability to take
initiative.
? Adhere to all Board and District policies
? Regular and predictable attendance
? Perform other duties as assigned
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Carry out instructions and daily expectations.
? Professionally solve problems.
? Perform basic computer skills, email, calendars, work orders, and basic office
programs.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Required:
? High School Diploma/GED
? Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology
Preferred:
? Two Years Post-Secondary Training
? Experience working with middle school-age students
? Knowledge of Library/Media Center operations
? Background in working with multiple technologies
OTHER INFORMATION:
Terms of Employment: Monday-Friday during the school year 30-35 hours each week:
Deadline: Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Elk Rapids Schools website: www.erschools.com On the main page, select “District”
and then “Employment Opportunities.” Applicants may submit hard copies of letter of
interest and current resume by mail or email to:
Josh Haggerty
707 E. Third Street
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
jhaggerty@erschools.com
Media Center Specialist and Student
Supervisor
REPORTS TO: Cherryland Middle School Principal
JOB
FUNCTION: Media Center Specialist/Student Supervisor:
Manages various media and technological
resources, oversees the school library, assists
students and staff with resources, manages
book circulation, and maintains an organized,
welcoming learning environment. Supervises
students during lunch and recess, ensuring
safety, enforcing school rules, and promoting
positive behavior in a structured learning
environment.
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: Elk Rapids Schools has approximately 1200 students and
is located in the northwest lower peninsula. Our families enjoy the benefits of living in
an area thriving on tourism as most of our district surrounds beautiful lakes, trails, and
recreational areas.
The District has preschool classrooms with additional preschools available within the
community. There is one PreK-5th grade elementary school, a 6th-8th grade middle
school, one 9th-12th grade high school, a K-5th grade authorized Public School Academy
and extensive alternative education opportunities. Career and technical education
opportunities, as well as several Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment college
courses, are available.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Be dependable and possess strong organizational skills.
? Maintain program records, monitor student progress and reports as directed
? Assist with proactive behavioral interventions to support an individual student
? Maintain appropriate supervision
? Work with individual students and small groups of students
? Provide students with a safe and orderly environment for learning
? Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, the public, and other
staff members.
? Exhibit a positive attitude, creativity, independent thinking, and ability to take
initiative.
? Adhere to all Board and District policies
? Regular and predictable attendance
? Perform other duties as assigned
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Carry out instructions and daily expectations.
? Professionally solve problems.
? Perform basic computer skills, email, calendars, work orders, and basic office
programs.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Required:
? High School Diploma/GED
? Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology
Preferred:
? Two Years Post-Secondary Training
? Experience working with middle school-age students
? Knowledge of Library/Media Center operations
? Background in working with multiple technologies
OTHER INFORMATION:
Terms of Employment: Monday-Friday during the school year 30-35 hours each week:
Deadline: Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Elk Rapids Schools website: www.erschools.com On the main page, select “District”
and then “Employment Opportunities.” Applicants may submit hard copies of letter of
interest and current resume by mail or email to:
Josh Haggerty
707 E. Third Street
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
jhaggerty@erschools.com
