Paraprofessional
Point Quest Group · Goodyear
Job Title:
ParaprofessionalPay Range:
Based On Experience
Job Description:
Paraprofessional| Full-Time | Goodyear, AZ | $1000 Retention Bonus| In-Person
About the Role
As a Paraprofessional with Estrella Day School, you’ll work alongside certified special education teachers to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and daily living support to students with unique needs.
Our students have a variety of diagnoses, including Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and physical and intellectual disabilities. You’ll be part of a collaborative classroom team that uses research-based practices, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), therapeutic approaches, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to help each student grow academically, socially, and independently.
This is a school-based position working on-site at our private special education day school in Goodyear, Arizona.
Why Join Us
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
- Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
- Supportive and collaborative school-based environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with unique needs
- Work alongside experienced special education professionals as part of a dedicated classroom team
What You’ll Do
- Work as part of a classroom team to support academic instruction, behavioral needs, and individualized student goals
- Implement lessons and activities as directed by the teacher or classroom lead, including independent work, small-group instruction, special projects, and discrete trials
- Follow individualized behavioral supports and behavior intervention plans
- Assist students with classroom routines, transitions, and activities of daily living as needed
- Collect and document academic and behavioral data as directed by the classroom teacher
- Implement behavior strategies aligned with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Provide individualized support to help students participate successfully in classroom activities and instruction
- Collaborate with teachers, learning coaches, therapists, and other members of the educational team to support student success
What We’re Looking For
Must Have
- Ability to work on-site at Estrella Day School in Goodyear, Arizona
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a special education classroom team
- Ability to follow teacher-directed academic and behavioral support plans
- Ability to assist students with academic, behavioral, and daily living needs
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds
Preferred
- Previous paraprofessional or learning coach experience
- Experience providing academic or behavioral support to students with disabilities
- Experience working with students with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or physical/intellectual disabilities
- Familiarity with ABA, PBIS, behavior intervention plans, or other evidence-based behavioral supports
About Point Quest Group
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.
Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.
Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.