Paraeducator II - SPED

Kingman Unified School District 20; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingman Unified School District #20 invites applications for a SPED Paraeducator II at Manzanita Elementary in Kingman, AZ. The role supports a special education teacher inside a classroom, providing general instructional assistance and helping students with various needs.

The position is part-time with a 9-month, 32-hour per week schedule, working Monday through Thursday during core hours. Starting date is immediate; salary is $15.15 per hour and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AA degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro exam required.
• May require First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students individually or in small groups to reinforce material.
• Assist with assessments, grading papers and records under teacher supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Support daily care needs as required.
• Supervise students during drills, trips, and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree / 60 college credits or ParaPro

Job description

Paraeducator II - SPED

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Job Details

Job ID: 5868881

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 04, 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

• 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

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 Manzanita Elementary

Principal's Message“Welcome to Manzanita Elementary School! Manzanita Elementary School has always been regarded as a premier school, earning numerous state-level accolades. We’re very proud of this longstanding tradition of excellence, and we welcome you to our school’s website.Some of our recent awards have included:Exemplary School 1999-2000A-Plus School 2001-2002Performing Plus School 2007-2008Excelling School 2008-2010A School 2010-2019Our staffs’ dedicated efforts, coupled with strong community and parental support, contribute to our overall success, positive reputation, and consistent achievement. We are very proud of our tradition of excellence, and we strongly feel that our school is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow.Manzanita is an all-day kindergarten through 5th grade school with an established team of outstanding educators who are truly committed to our 790 students. We are also a proud member of Kingman Unified School District #20 in Kingman, Arizona.Manzanita Elementary School offers many rigorous academic programs that are designed to address the individual differences and needs of our students. We offer self-contained accelerated/gifted classrooms in first through fifth grade and a magnet program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.As you navigate around our website, you will see students developing their talents and skills through participation in choir, drama, band, Art Masters, student council, in-school interventions, after-school tutoring, chess, yearbook, and garden club. We believe that every child can learn and that children learn best when there is a strong partnership between parents and teachers.We encourage you to explore Manzanita School’s website and become familiar with all that we offer. We welcome your involvement and participation in our great school and look forward to working with you and your child as we strive toward an academically successful year.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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

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