Paraprofessional - Reading

Paraprofessional - Reading,

Benson Unified School District Benson Primary School – Benson, Arizona

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Jul 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Immediately

Location:

Benson Primary School

Reports To:

Benson Primary School Principal

Start Date:

Immediately

Closing Date:
Open until filled

TERMS & BENEFITS: 37.5 hours/week; mandatory sick leave; preschool/child care discounts

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.

• 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.

• 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:
Jomel Jansson, 360 S. Patagonia St., Benson, AZ 85602; jjansson; .

Position Type:
Full‑Time

Salary: $15.15 to $16.15 Per Hour

Job Categories:
Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.