Paraeducator II - SPED

Black Mountain School; Golden Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Job summary

Black Mountain School in Golden Valley, Arizona seeks a part-time SPED Paraeducator II to support students in a special education classroom under a certified teacher. The role involves assisting with instruction, managing materials, and helping with daily care as needed.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, reliable communication with staff, and strong interpersonal skills to support student success throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AA degree, 60 college credits, or satisfactory results on Arizona ParaPro competency exam.
• Experience working with students or children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction under the supervision of the special education teacher.
• Instruct individuals or small groups to reinforce material.
• Assist with assessments, grading papers and keeping records.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro

Job description

Paraeducator II - SPED

Kingman Unified School District #20 Black Mountain School - Golden Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kingman Unified School District 20

Job Details

Job ID: 5900379

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Summary/Objective

SPED Paraeducator II– The Paraeducator II works within a special education classroom, under the supervision of a special education teacher, providing general classroom support. Paraeducator II positions exist within schools throughout the district.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the job, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Instruct, within close proximity to the teacher, individual students or small groups of students to reinforce material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
• Assist students with various physical, emotional and educational needs adhering to guidelines of student I.E.P
• Assist with assessments, grading papers and completing records under the supervision of the certified teacher
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers and other materials for instruction
• Copy, collate and file worksheets and requested documents
• Develop and create bulletin boards, signs, borders and classroom displays
• Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, lunch/breakfast periods, field trips, crossing guard, bus assistant, after school activities, school gate duty
• Alert the teacher to any problem or special information about a student
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed
• May provide support to students requiring daily care in the areas of toileting and special feeding
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all policies, regulations, and rules
• Perform related duties as assigned in a safe and prudent manner

Other Duties

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of duties, responsibilities, or activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a school environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to see, talk and hear
• Regularly climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Regularly reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift, push and/or move up to 50 pounds

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

At-Will Notice of Employment does not provide a guarantee of a particular schedule of work or a minimum number of days or hours.

Thisis a 9-month, 32-hour per week position.This position is eligible for medical benefits. The employee will work eight hours per day Monday through Thursday during core business hours.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• AA degree, 60 college credits from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an Arizona state-approved competency exam (ParaPro)

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience working with students or children.

Required Certifications/Licenses

May require First Aid/CPR certification and/or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15.15 to $15.15 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Black Mountain School

Principal's MessageHello Black Mountain Families,I would like to introduce myself, I am Daniel Emborsky and I am Honored and Excited to be your New Black Mountain School Principal. I have lived here in Golden Valley for 16 years. My drive is to provide all students and families of our community with the best Education and Opportunities possible. I am proud to be a Panther and support the Panther P.R.I.D.E (Positive, Respectful, Intellectual, Dedicated, & Engaged).Black Mountain starts a new journey this year as we start to implement the Cambridge Curriculum and Model in our Middle School grades. Our goal is to be an All Cambridge Curriculum School in the next five years. We will work endlessly to Provide the best educational opportunities for all our students. Cambridge brings with it an excellent Model of Learner Attributes: Confident, Responsible, Reflective, Innovative, and Engaged.So, on behalf of the staff at Black Mountain School, I am happy to welcome you to the 2022-2023 school year! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential. We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need support from both the home and school. We know a strong partnership with you will make a great difference in your child’s education. As partners, we share the responsibility for our children’s success and want you to know that we will do our very best to carry out our responsibilities. We ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day’s learning experience.Completes all homework assignments given by teachers.Reads daily to develop a love for reading and to improve literacy skills.Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life.Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject.Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school and do their very best.Please consider volunteering when possible, as our school can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to the school’s activities and its operations. We seek volunteers to help us with the following activities:Teacher-led instructional support, usually in the classroom.Reading with children who need extra help.School-wide events.Student recognition events.Participation in our PTVO group.I am attaching a copy of our school handbook so that you and your child can review it together and fully understand the school rules and procedures. This handbook will be available online on our KUSD web page, also we will be reviewing the handbook the first days of school with your children to ensure everyone is fully informed of the rules and expectations. If you have any questions about the rules and expectations please feel free to contact me and I will answer any of your questions.The wonderful Black Mountain staff and I feel privileged to be a part of this school family. We thank you for your support and look forward to meeting you. Together we can Succeed at Anything!!!

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ann Coomer , HR Coordinator
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]