Paraprofessional / Classroom Support Aide

Paraprofessional / Classroom Support

Location: Various Sites (Claymont & Wilmington, DE)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours/week (hours vary by school site)

Estimated Start Date: November 10, 2025

Duration: 28 weeks

Interview Format: Virtual

Position Overview: Amergis Staffing is seeking four full-time Paraprofessionals to provide instructional and behavioral support to students across various educational settings. Under the supervision of the special education department, classroom teacher, or designated supervisor, the Paraprofessional will assist students with academic tasks, behavioral interventions, and personal care needs as outlined by healthcare professionals.

Open Positions:

Early Childhood Program Support

Location: Claymont, DE 19703

Role: Direct adult support for a student with self-care and orthopedic needs.

Emotional Support Program (Elementary)

Location: Wilmington, DE 19809

Role: Classroom support for students in an emotional support setting.

18–22 Transition Program Support

Location: S.I.T.E Program

Address: Claymont, DE 19703

Role: Direct adult support for students in a transition program.

Standard School Hours:

Pre-K: 8:50 AM – 4:30 PM

Elementary: 8:25 AM – 3:55 PM

Middle School: 7:45 AM – 3:10 PM

High School: 7:15 AM – 2:45 PM

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED

Must be at least 18 years of age

One of the following educational qualifications:

Passing score of 459 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment

60+ college credit hours from an accredited institution

Associate's degree or higher

Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

Current CPR certification (if applicable)

TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray as required)

Drug screening

Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume to Amanda @amergis.com

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.