**Job Posting: School Aide** **Start Date:** March 23, 2026 **Contract Length:** 5 Months **Hours:** ~35 hours/week **Position Overview** The **School Aide** provides instructional and/or behavioral support to students under the supervision of the special education department, teachers, and designated staff. This role includes assisting students with personal care, physical mobility, therapeutic support needs, and behavioral de-escalation as outlined by licensed professionals. School Aides play a vital role in supporting students with moderate Autism and related behavioral challenges in a structured, team-oriented educational setting. **Key Responsibilities** + Provide 1:1 instructional and behavioral support to students with Autism. + Assist with personal care, mobility, and therapeutic needs as required. + Implement teacher-directed lesson plans and behavior strategies. + Utilize verbal de-escalation skills in challenging situations. + Support classroom activities for an average of 7 students per room. + Float to other classrooms as needed (no off-site floating). + Maintain professionalism and uphold all school standards. + Attend onsite orientation with the designated KKI training team. **Minimum Requirements** + High School Diploma or equivalent (required) + Must be at least 18 years of age + Current CPR (if applicable) + TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as applicable) + Current Health Certificate (per state/contract) + Must meet all federal, state, and local compliance requirements + Ability to comply with professional practice standards **Schedule** **Regular School Year Hours:** + **Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri:** 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM + **Wed:** 7:45 AM - 12:25 PM To apply email your resume to doschaib@amergis.com or call 813-371-5161 **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:** 20 **Pay Rate:** $700 / Week **Date Posted:** 2026-03-19T12:34:27