What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator (Students/Clients 14+ Years) position at Laurens Intitute for Education?
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. Pathways Department as a Paraeducator at Lauren’s 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 : $17.50 - $20.00 DOE
500 Commitment BONUS, 50% at 3 months, and 50% at 6 months
As a Paraeducator in our Pathways department, you can expect a typical day to include :
- Helping students / consumers (Teens / Adults) aged 14 and older with their individualized goals under the direction of the Lead Teacher or Manager.
- Assisting with communication with families.
- Attending collaborative meetings.
- Assisting in transitioning students to different environments within the campus.
- Assisting with hygiene care, including bathroom needs.
Unlike other institutions, L.I.F.E. Pathways department maintains a low student / consumer 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, depending on where the need is greatest.
Global LIFE Benefits : (center-based)
Working together to empower people through extraordinary services for developmental disabilities."
At Lauren’s 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.
Lauren’s 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.
Salary : $18 - $20
