This program provides real-life work experience to help youth who have significant developmental disabilities make successful transitions from school to independent work. Project SEARCH features total immersion in a workplace setting. Students receive instruction to reinforce employment skills, career exploration opportunities, hands-on learning, while cultivating relationships with supervisors and co-workers required for meaningful, competitive employment throughout their life.
Enrollment is now open: https://pimajted.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9HRtFkCHhIGlEtU
Eligibility
Contact: counselors@pimajted.org for enrollment information
Things to Consider
Direct Employment
- Food Service
- Retail, Hotel Industry
- Logistics
- Facilities & Maintenance
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Server
- Sales Clerk
- Shipping and Receiving
- Front of the House positions
Locations
JTED @ Project SEARCH (Banner South)
2800 E. Ajo Way (Room 5095)
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
JTED @ Project SEARCH (UA)
1224 E. Lowell St. (D107)
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Certification
- RiseUP Retail Fundamentals
- eFoodHandlers
- CPR & First Aid
Instructors
-
Dolores Salars
Project SEARCH Instructor -
Tyler Oberlin
Project SEARCH Instructor -
Xochitl Sierra
Principal
For More Information
Please contact Xochitl Sierra: 520 617-4464 x7219
