Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, has an immediate need for a part-time paraprofessional to support student success during evening hours. This role is crucial in helping students build essential academic skills, such as study strategies, time management, organization, and note-taking. The paraprofessional will also assist with library resources, promote tutoring services, and foster a welcoming study environment. This position reports to the Director of Student Success.

This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with students during evening hours, helping them develop essential academic skills, such as study strategies, time management, organization, and note-taking. The paraprofessional will play a key role in fostering a positive learning environment, supporting students’ academic growth, and ensuring that library services align with the college’s mission of student success. A background in reading instruction or experience as a reading specialist is a plus, as the paraprofessional will assist students with literacy skills.

A Bachelor’s degree is required. Previous experience in a library or academic setting is preferred, but not required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to excellent customer service. Ability to work independently and responsibly during evening hours with minimal supervision. Basic familiarity with library operations and technology, including computers, printers, and research databases. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Comfortable working in a team environment and contributing to the mission of the library.

Compensation is $15.00 per hour. This position requires evening work hours. Specific shifts and schedules will be determined based on the library’s needs and the candidate’s availability.

Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Send resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, and the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to: Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.