2026-27 #1 Non-Continuing Special Services Paraeducator

Kiona-Benton City High School; Benton City (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiona-Benton City High School in Benton City, Washington is seeking a 2026-27 #1 Non-Continuing Special Services Paraeducator to tutor and assist students at the high school level in Life Skills.

The role is seven hours per day, Monday through Friday, to fill a leave of absence. Duties include recess supervision, clerical tasks, and possibly diapering, in accordance with district policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; must have PRAXIS, 72 college credits above 100 level, or AA degree for paraeducator placement.
• Demonstrated flexibility, diplomacy, and cooperation; follow directions and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Physically able to lift 50–75 lbs as required.
• Experience with school-aged children and positive evaluations/documentation for school experience.
• Recess duty desirable; demonstrates clerical skills and computer lab assistance experience.

Responsibilities

• Tutor and assist students in Life Skills classroom.
• Possible recess and crosswalk duty; provide clerical assistance.
• Diapering may be required for some students.
• Follow district policies and maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Work 1:1 or with groups; support classroom teachers.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Clerical skills

Patience

Education

High School diploma or GED

PRAXIS/AA degree requirement

AA degree preferred

Tools

Computers & technology applications

Job description

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 Kiona-Benton City High School - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

2026-27 #1 Non-Continuing Special Services Paraeducator

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 Kiona-Benton City High School - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kiona-Benton City School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5891263
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position will involve working as a paraeducator on a non-continuing basis to tutorand assist students at theHS level in the Life Skills classroom. The position may includerecess and/or crosswalk duty, providing clerical assistance, and performing other job-related duties as assigned including diapering (for an increased rate of pay). All duties of the position will be performed within the scope ofKiona-Benton City School District policies and procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

1. High School diploma or GED required for employment and must have passed a PRAXIS test, 72 college credits above 100 level, or an AA degree for paraeducator placement. AA degree preferred.

2. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be flexible, diplomatic and cooperative; follow the teacher’s directions; model appropriate behavior; demonstrate patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward working with students with disabling conditions; maintain composure in difficult situations; value the confidential nature of sensitive student information.

3. Physically able to lift 50-75 lbs as required.

4. Successful experience working with school-aged children required and have positive evaluations/documentation for school experience.

5. Successful experience at recess duty desirable.

6. Demonstrated clerical skills, training and/or experience in using computers and other technology applications.

7. Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in assisting students in computer lab.

8. Ability to be flexible with the varied demands of the position.

9. Ability to communicate effectively and work with a variety of people.

10. Ability to follow directions in all situations.

11. Willingness to work with all children within the school regardless of abilities and in 1:1 settings.

12. Willingness to support and promote the classroom teachers and to maintain a warm and friendly relationship with those teachers.

13. Must be able and available to work Monday-Friday.

14. Positive evaluations and recommendations required.

15. Must be willing to work in the home setting for tutoring.

16. Must also be willing to work at the public library.

17. Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICALDEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, crouch or kneel, bend and twist, and talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee may be required to physically move quickly while performing student supervision duties.

2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be assigned to work in outside weather/environmental conditions, and may be exposed to weather/environmental extremes, including wet and/or humid conditions, cold, heat, and allergens.

BENEFITS:

Information can be located athttps://www.kibesd.org/human resources .

SPECIFIC DETAILS:

Monday-Friday7 hours per day for the 2025-26 school year to fill a leave of absence.

The Kiona-Benton City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kiona-Benton City School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Any inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer, Title II and Section 504 Coordinator, the District's Special Services Director, at 1105 Dale Ave., Benton City, WA 99320; contact number [phone]. A copy of the district's appeal/grievance procedure is available upon request from the District Office (WAC 392-190-060). Verification of identity, United States work authorization, and Washington State Patrol/Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint process must be completed before employment commences (pursuant to RCW 28A.400) Candidate selected will be employed on a temporary basis subject to completion of the background check.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.69 to $22.93 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Clay Henry , HS Principal
• Kiona-Benton City High School
• Email: [e-mail]

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