A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Amergis Educational Staffing has partnered with a school district in Duxbury, MA to hire 2 Paraprofessionals to support middle school students (grades 6-8) in an inclusion setting. Paraprofessional (Middle School Social-Emotional Support) Duxbury, MA | 2026-2027
School Year Position Details Location:
Duxbury, MA Schedule:
32 hours per week
Contract Length:
39 weeks
Start Date:
August 31, 2026
Openings:
2 Position Overview The Paraprofessional will provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to middle school students within the general education classroom. This role focuses on helping students develop emotional regulation skills, maintain classroom engagement, and achieve success in an inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities Support students with social-emotional and behavioral needs Reinforce coping strategies, emotional regulation, and classroom expectations Provide academic and behavioral support in the inclusion setting Assist with implementing behavior support plans Monitor student safety and well-being throughout the school day Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and support staff Communicate observations and student progress with the educational team Qualifications Experience working with students with social-emotional or behavioral needs preferred Experience supporting middle school students (grades 6-8) preferred Previous experience in a school or inclusion setting is a plus Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff If you are passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed both academically and socially, we encourage you to apply today! The School Aide is an individual who works with students requiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision of the special education department, teacher and/or supervising designee. The School Aide may also provide support services to assist students with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs, as established by a rehabilitation health practitioner, social worker or other health care professional.
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of age 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.
