Paraprofessional
Staffing Services
Hands-on student support that builds learner confidence and academic success.
A well-supported classroom shapes how students experience learning. Our paraprofessionals provide that layer of support, helping balance student needs and ensure more active classroom participation.
Who we staff
Effective classrooms rely on strong instructional support. We place paraprofessionals who reinforce learning and support student progress in the classroom.
- Instructional Aides
- Tutors
Rooted in communities coast to coast, empowering students to reach their full potential.
Keeping students healthy and safe is crucial for improving outcomes. We provide a wide range of paraprofessional school services across the country to ensure your students receive the care and support they need, every day.
Why partner with Amergis
School clients staffed across the country
Active school-based professionals working weekly
Amergis offices nationwide
Focus on student well-being
Our commitment starts with the health and safety of your students. Through ongoing training and development, our professionals learn to deliver compassionate care. Together, these efforts drive positive student outcomes and build a strong foundation for success.
Wherever you need us
We set the standard for excellence in educational staffing by combining nationwide presence with access to a broad network of highly qualified paraprofessionals. Our scale and reach give districts a more reliable way to secure the talent they need.
Staffing built for stability
Unfilled paraprofessional positions lead to staff burnout, compensatory minutes, and increased due process claims. We help districts stay ahead by ensuring reliable coverage and continuity of care with rigorously selected professionals who keep students on track.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a paraprofessional in a school?
Paraprofessionals help bridge the gap between instruction and individualized student support. In schools, instructional aides and tutors reinforce lessons, provide one-on-one assistance, and help students stay engaged throughout the learning process.
What are the biggest challenges school districts face when hiring paraprofessionals?
School districts often face challenges finding and retaining qualified paraprofessionals in a competitive talent market. Many districts are competing for candidates with schools, childcare providers, healthcare organizations, and other employers, while also working to address turnover and ongoing staffing needs.
The challenge isn’t just filling an opening. No two paraprofessional roles look exactly alike, and schools need individuals who can adapt to the unique needs of the students and classrooms they support. Finding candidates with that combination of experience, flexibility, and dedication can be difficult.
“Paraprofessionals play a unique role in schools because they often support students during the moments that aren’t captured in a lesson plan. They’re helping students with transitions, social interactions, behavioral challenges, and everyday routines. We’ve found that the best outcomes happen when an individual’s strengths align with the day-to-day responsibilities of the role and the students they’re supporting.” – Cathy Lolley-Leaver, Director of Related Services Operations
What type of training and support do you offer your paraprofessional candidates?
Amergis equips paraprofessionals for success through comprehensive onboarding, orientation training, and professional development opportunities.
Before starting an assignment, candidates receive guidance on credentialing requirements, district expectations, classroom support strategies, and professional responsibilities. Throughout their assignments, paraprofessionals have access to continuous training resources and dedicated support from education specialists, including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school nurses, former special education administrators, educators, and therapists, helping them deliver positive student outcomes with confidence.
How long does it typically take to fill paraprofessional roles?
Every district’s needs are different, but our goal is always to move quickly without compromising quality. With that in mind, our filing timelines vary based on location, candidate availability, and requirements.
With a nationwide network of candidates and dedicated recruitment team, we work efficiently to identify qualified candidates and fill roles as quickly as possible.
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