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Job Title: Behavior Technician / Paraprofessional

Pay Rate: $24/hour

Schedule: School hours (unpaid breaks)

Start Date: 2025–2026 School Year

Interview: In-person

Position Overview:

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational and behavioral services for children and adults with special needs. This role collaborates closely with school professionals and behavioral specialists to help students achieve learning and behavioral goals.

Responsibilities:

+ Provide classroom and one-on-one support as needed.

+ Assist in implementing behavioral interventions and educational strategies.

+ Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other staff.

Requirements:

+ High School diploma or equivalent (Required)

+ Illinois Paraprofessional License (Required)

+ Minimum 2+ years of prior school experience

+ Two (2) years of pediatric experience preferred

+ Current CPR certification (if applicable)

+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)

+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Details:

+ Caseload: ALSP position in Itasca; additional placements may vary

+ Hours: School hours (unpaid breaks)

+ Start/End: 2025–2026 school year

+ Interview: In-person

About NDSEC:

NDSEC is a Special Education Cooperative serving 12 member districts. Learn more at https://www.ndsec.org/.

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.