K-12 | Special Education Paraprofessional (Buckeye)

Accel • Buckeye, AZ

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About The Position

Accel is a private, nonprofit organization serving children and young adults with special needs, ages 5–22. It provides educational, therapeutic, vocational, behavioral, life skills, and transitional services to individuals with a range of disabilities.

The Special Education Paraprofessional works closely with the classroom teacher to support students with learning, communication, physical, and behavioral needs, individually or in small groups. The work is hands-on and takes place in a structured environment. The role supports students’ independence, emotional regulation, social skills, and academic goals outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), while helping maintain a smooth and effective classroom.

This is a 10-month position from August through May, scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. School breaks and observed federal holidays are paid. Candidates must be able to complete QBS Safety Care Crisis Intervention Training. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a required background check.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must successfully complete QBS Safety Care Crisis Intervention Training.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a required background check.
• Must be comfortable supporting behavior management strategies under the guidance of trained staff.
• Must be able to stand, walk, possibly run, and move throughout the day.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Compassionate, dependable, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually or in small groups with learning, communication, physical, and behavioral needs.
• Help students build independence through emotional regulation, practicing social skills, and working toward academic goals in their IEPs.
• Follow behavior intervention plans consistently and compassionately.
• Collect real-time data documenting student progress, observations, and behaviors for the IEP process.
• Set up and maintain classroom centers, stations, and instructional materials.
• Assist students with personal hygiene and toilet routines.
• Assist with meal preparation and implementation of prescribed feeding programs.
• Support transitions between activities, classrooms, and programs.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher on lesson plans and paperwork to help the classroom run smoothly.

Benefits

• Paid school breaks, including fall, Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks.
• Paid federal holidays, which often result in three-day weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED