ACCEL Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsArizona, United States201-500 Employees
ACCEL is a nonprofit organization founded in 1980 that provides education and related supports for individuals with special needs. It serves students aged 5 to 22 and adults 18 and over, delivering individualized programs that cover academics, life skills, behavior, and transition planning. The organization operates ACCEL Day School across two Phoenix-area campuses, with satellite classrooms on public school campuses, and offers programs such as Behavioral Services and Adult Services. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, ACCEL functions as a mid-sized nonprofit within the education and disabilities services sector. The educational approach blends evidence-based practices in applied behavior analysis and structured teaching, with integrated therapies and assistive technology within classroom settings. A functional life skills curriculum emphasizes dignity, independence, and community participation to support ongoing preparation for adulthood and community involvement.