School Aide

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Awards program

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing in Portland, ME seeks a School Aide to support students needing instructional and behavioral assistance under the supervision of the special education department and teachers. The role may also include mobility and therapeutic care support as directed by health professionals.

The position is contract–part time, with 32 hours per week, paying $23 per hour. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Support students requiring instructional and behavioral assistance under supervision.
• Provide support services for students with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs as directed by health professionals.

Job description

School Aide

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract – Part Time

Pay: 23 Hour

Hours: 32.00

Location: Portland, ME

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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | School Aide | School Aide School *Education Technician (Ed Tech) I

Job Type: Contract – Part Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0813

Contract Duration: 42

Pay Rate: $23 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-01T13:54:38