Paraeducator- Classroom Assistant

Fun-loving, hardworking, compassionate people with a sincere heart for helping people with disabilities and their families should consider a position in our L.I.F.E. Academy as a Paraprofessional at Laurens Institute For Education.

At L.I.F.E. we take pride in our team approach. By combining the educational backgrounds and expertise of ALL our staff, we are able to provide the best possible treatments and education for our consumers. All members of our incredible team are valued for who they are and the impact they have on those they serve.

RATE: $16.00 - $19.00 DOE, $1500.00 sign-on bonus

As a Paraprofessional working with our students, you can expect a typical day to include:

• Helping students with their academic lessons under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Assisting with communication with families.
• Attending collaborative meetings.
• Assisting in transitioning students to different environments (e.g. classroom to playground).
• Assisting with hygiene care.

Unlike other schools, L.I.F.E. Academy maintains a low student to instructor ratio and has extensive support of specialty therapists and behavior analysts.

Global LIFE Benefits: (center-based)

• Be part of a team with an important mission to help people with disabilities
• 11 paid holidays
• 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (3 weeks after completion of 2 years)
• Spring | Fall | Winter breaks (paid after completion of 3 years)

• Health | Vision | Dental
• Wellness Program (stay healthy, earn rewards, discounts on insurance premiums)
• 401K/Roth Retirement Plans
• Performance and attendance bonuses
• Annual longevity bonuses based on organization profitability
• Employee Assistance Program (free counseling and other assistance)

• Professional development opportunities

• Inhouse trainings
• Discounts on degrees through partnership with Capella University
• Learn from different disciplines

• As a non-profit 501c-3, LIFE may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
• Employee appreciation

• Birthday gift, monthly cupcakes for all staff
• Employment anniversary recognition every year, special gifts at 1, 3, 5, 10 and 15 years
• Employee of the month for each department. Recognition, gift, personalized parking space for the month

• All staff celebrations (close center, fun staff social activities)
• Monday football treats for all staff

• Free work shirts including a special department spirit shirt
• Beautiful 10-acre facility with multiple specialty environments
• Departmental budgets used to buy what staff want (e.g., food, ET, supplies)

"Improving the quality of life for people affected by disabilities through our specialized, caring, and affordable services."

Laurens Institute For Education (L.I.F.E.) is a non-profit organization serving people with disabilities in Gilbert, AZ in an all-inclusive transdisciplinary treatment center.