Salary: $1050 / Week Amergis is seeking a qualified ASL Paraprofessional for the 2025/2026 school year in the Aurora, CO area. As locals to Colorado, we are excited to hear about your preferences, licensure status, and experience! If you're interested in learning more about our 25/26 Contract Options, please apply now . Local Contract Estimate: $25 / hour Role Details: We’re seeking an ASL Paraprofessional who is fluent in American Sign Language. While certification is not required, please include documentation in your resume that demonstrates professional experience working in the field. This role is based in schools throughout the area, where you’ll support students throughout their day by providing interpretation services and assisting with behavioral needs. Amergis Advantages: + Local Presence: Dedicated local office in Lakewood, providing a curated experience. + Year-Round Support: Comprehensive support throughout the school year and beyond. + Licensure Assistance: Personalized help with transferring your license to Colorado. + Professional Growth: Opportunities for district changes, experiencing Colorado without full relocation, and recruiter advice and advocacy. Health and Welfare Benefits: + Medical/Prescription Plans: Three options with coverage for preventive care and prescription drugs. + Dental and Vision Plans: Coverage for preventive services, dental care, and vision needs. + Health Advocacy and Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to health advocates and confidential counseling. Retirement and Financial Security: + 401(k) Plan + Insurance Plans: Short-term disability, life insurance, hospital bridge, hospital expense protection, critical illness, and accident insurance. + Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance: Discounts on various voluntary insurance policies. Lifestyle Benefits: + College Partnerships: Tuition discounts and other benefits. + Employee Discounts: Access to exclusive discounts and perks. + Transportation Benefits: Pre-tax payroll dollars for parking and transit expenses. Sick Time: + Sick Time: Paid sick time available for eligible employees. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Follows through with IEP objectives including math, reading, speech, independent skills, and managing behavioral deficits and excesses, one on one or as a general classroom aide + Facilitates teacher directed learning activities including lesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games, and work assistance + Assists students when included into general education classes + Communicates pertinent information to teachers + Accompanies students during recess and lunch periods, along with community experiences + Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements regarding all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications, and/or classroom activities. (Note: Unless instructed otherwise by supervising teacher, all parent communication is the responsibility of certified personnel) + Assists with activities of prescribed programs including those written by related service personnel such as PT, OT and SLP + Assists students in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene + May be asked to assist in behavior management techniques at the direction of the teacher and/or other school professional (i.e. BCBA, Psychologist, etc.) + Assists teacher with clerical duties including making stimuli, making copies, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, preparing materials, and assignment scoring 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. **CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays 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.