A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Learning Coach/ Lead Paraprofessional| Full-Time | Goodyear, AZ | In-Person About the Role As a Learning Coach 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.
