Middle School Paraprofessional
Location: Ypsilanti, MI area
Pay: $22 per hour
Schedule: Approximately 35 hours per week
Contract: 36-week school-year assignment
Start date: August 17, 2026
Job Summary
Amergis is seeking a compassionate, dependable Middle School Paraprofessional to support students with academic, behavioral, developmental and social-emotional needs. This position provides one-to-one and small-group support in a structured school setting while partnering with teachers and school staff.
Responsibilities
Provide academic and behavioral support to middle school students
Assist with classroom activities, assignments, routines and transitions
Reinforce positive behaviors and classroom expectations
Implement student support strategies and interventions as directed
Encourage independence, engagement and appropriate social skills
Help maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment
Collaborate with teachers and school personnel
Observe and document student progress as assigned
Qualifications
Associate degree or prior school-based experience required
Experience supporting children or adolescents preferred
Background working with academic, behavioral, developmental or special-education needs strongly preferred
Ability to follow individualized support plans and accept direction from school staff
Strong patience, reliability and communication skills
Commitment to student success and consistent attendance
Schedule and Benefits
Monday through Friday school schedule
Approximately 35 hours per week
36-week school-year contract
Starting pay of $22/hour
Assignment begins August 17, 2026
Amergis company benefits available
Weekly direct deposit
Apply Today
Join Amergis and make a meaningful difference in a student's middle school experience. Apply through Indeed to be considered for this rewarding school-based opportunity.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | School Aide | School Aide School
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0672
Contract Duration: 36
Pay Rate: $700 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-08-12T12:19:42
