Paraprofessional-Classroom Assistant

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7486978 Make a Real Impact Every Day! At Laurens Institute for Education (L.I.F.E.), we believe in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities through education, support, and compassion.We'relooking for enthusiastic and caring Paraprofessionals to join our team, people who want to build meaningful connections and grow in a mission-driven environment that values equity, belonging, and collaboration. WhyYoullLove Working at L.I.F.E.: Great Benefits: L.I.F.E. observes scheduled Spring, Fall, and Winter breaks. Pay during these designated closure periods is based on employee tenure and eligibility. - First year of employment: unpaid scheduled breaks - After 1 year of employment: eligible for 50% scheduled break pay - Beginning in year 4 and beyond: eligible for 100% scheduled break pay Eligibility and payment are subject to L.I.F.E.s policies and applicable employment status. - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - $750 Commitment Bonus(25% at 3 months, 25% at 6 months, 50% at 1 year) - 12 Paid Holidays after90 days - PTO that grows with you: 2 weeks (3 after 2 years) - Wellness Program: earn rewards + insurance discounts - 401K + Roth plans with company match - Partial Paid FMLA - This equates to an added 20 - 25% in potential benefits for total compensation. Awesome Perks: - 5 free L.I.F.E. shirts to start, with seasonal restocks - Monthly cupcakes, football treats, and staff celebrations - Employee of the Month gift + parking spot - Birthday gifts + recognition for service milestones - Department budgets for staff-requested items - Discounted degree options + in-house trainings - Eligible for federal student loan forgiveness (L.I.F.E. is a 501(c)(3)) - 10-acre facility with a thoughtfully designed and beautiful outdoor environment WhatYoullDo: - Support children, teens, or adults with developmental disabilities inprogram spaces created to meet the needs of all we serve - Help clients meet personal, academic, or life skills goals - Assistwith transitions, hygiene care, daily routines, and community outings - Participate in behavior and therapeutic programs - Supervise during aquatic activities and provide physical support - Collect data and collaborate with a supportive, interdisciplinary team - All other duties assigned WhatYoullNeed: - High School Diploma or GED - Must be 18+ and able tolift upto 50lbs - Ability to swim and supervise in water - Valid drivers license (if assigned to transport clients) - CPR/First Aid, Article 9, and Prevention & Support (or willingness to obtain) - Experience with developmental disabilities preferred L.I.F.E. Pathways and Academy department maintain a low student/learner to instructor ratio and has extensive support from specialty therapists and behavior analysts. This position may be placed in Pathways to Independence, Pathways to Employment, or Pathways to Adulthood, or the Academy depending on where the need is greatest. Ready to Join the L.I.F.E. Family? Weremore than a workplace werea community. Apply now to start your journey with a team that empowers others through extraordinary care. - USA Today Top Workplace 2025 - 3rd Place Winner Phoenix Business Journals 2024 Healthiest Employer Award (Small Business Category) "Working together to empower people through extraordinary services for developmental disabilities." At Laurens Institute for Education, it is inherent in our purpose and mission to promote acceptance, equity, and inclusion, both with the community we serve and those we entrust that service to. These principles are at the forefront of our model and growth. We strive to create an environment and culture where everyone believes they have equal value, regardless of gender, sex, religion, age, orientation, culture, national origin, ability level, etc. We believe that by creating an environment where all people thrive, we will be able to create a more successful and diverse organization that best serves our community. We acknowledge the different biases that exist in our world and work to ensure that they do not hinder our impact. We, therefore, are committed to collecting data and evaluating procedures about the diversity of our staff and those we serve, to ensure there are not misaligned practices from our values, or if there are, to adjust to the best of our ability. Laurens Institute For Education (L.I.F.E.) is a non-profit organization servingpeople with disabilities in Gilbert, AZ in an all-inclusive transdisciplinary treatment center.