Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant
Achievers Learning Academy (ALA) – Lutz, FL
At Achievers Learning Academy, we believe every learner deserves a place where they are supported, challenged, celebrated, and truly known. We are a specialized private school serving neurodivergent students through a collaborative model that combines academics, communication, social-emotional learning, and individualized support.
We are currently seeking caring, energetic, and dependable Paraprofessionals / Teaching Assistants to join our growing team for the 2026–2027 school year.
Pay
- Starting at $16–$18/hour
- W-2
- Based on experience, education, and related skills
Schedule & Benefits
- Monday–Friday
- Consistent daytime school schedule
- No nights or weekends
- Holidays and breaks (up to 4 weeks)
- PTO accrual available for eligible full time employees
What You’ll Do
As a Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help students succeed throughout the school day.
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting students during academic instruction
- Assisting with classroom routines and transitions
- Supporting students during transitions between activities, classrooms, and daily routines
- Supporting students during parent drop-off and pick-up routines
- Helping implement behavior and communication supports
- Supporting students during lunch, recess, specials, and community activities
- Encouraging independence, social skills, and participation
- Preparing classroom materials and helping maintain an organized environment
- Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and leadership staff
- Creating a warm, positive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere
Ideal Candidates Are:
- Patient, compassionate, and team-oriented
- Comfortable working with children with autism and other developmental differences
- Flexible and willing to learn
- Organized with good time management
- Positive, professional, and dependable
- Able to remain calm in fast-paced situations
- Passionate about helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with children preferred
- Experience in education, ABA, childcare, ESE, therapy, camps, or related settings is a plus
- High school diploma required
- RBT certification is a plus, but not required
Why Join ALA?
- Small, supportive school environment (highest ratio is 1:6)
- Collaborative team culture
- Opportunities for growth and training
- Meaningful work that truly impacts students and families
- A school culture focused on communication, connection, and individualized support
If you are looking for a position where you can make a difference every single day, we would love to meet you.
