Special Needs Paraprofessional 2026-2027

Special Needs Paraprofessional 2026-2027 Benson Unified School District Benson High School - Benson, Arizona This job is also posted in Benson Unified School District Job Details

Job ID:

5650123

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 16, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 15, 2026 Job Description

Location:

Benson High School

Reports To:

Benson High School Principal

Start Date:

July 15, 2026

Closing Date:

Open until filled

TERMS & BENEFITS

37.5 hours/week; mandatory sick leave; preschool/child care discounts

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have high school diploma or equivalent AND minimum of 3-6 months experience in childcare, education or working with children in related activities. If applicant does not have an Associates degree, then applicant must be able to pass a Highly Qualified paraprofessional test.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Observes and monitors control of students' behavior in the classroom and other areas. Supervises large and small groups of students. Establishes, maintains and promotes a classroom atmosphere which ensures the emotional and physical safety and well-being of students and emphasizes mutual respect, self-worth, self-discipline, cooperation, consideration and responsibility. Assesses student needs and develops, implements and evaluates daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials. Modifies instruction of program to meet the needs of each child. Plans, organizes and displays classroom materials, space and time appropriate to curricular activities. Perform other duties as assigned

CLEARANCES

Criminal Background Clearance Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Benson Unified School District does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or genetic information. The District also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups, as required by the Boys Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Inquiries or complaints concerning Title VI, VII, IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act may be referred to the BUSD Title IX and Section 504

Compliance Officer:

Micah Mortensen, 360 S. Patagonia St., Benson, AZ 85602; mmortensen@bensonusd.org; (520) 720-6731.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$15.15 to $16.15 Per Hour