• Special Education Teacher

    Amergis (St. Helens, OR)


    Salary: $2371 / Week

    Special Education Teacher – K–12

    The Special Education Teacher, reporting to the Special Education Program Administrator, is responsible for delivering high-quality instructional services to students with special needs across kindergarten through grade 12. This role emphasizes collaborative teamwork to design and implement individualized education programs (IEPs), specialized instruction, tutorial support, and ongoing consultation with general education staff.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Provide differentiated instruction aligned with IEP goals and state standards

    + Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and evaluate student progress

    + Offer academic support through small group instruction and 1:1 interventions

    + Maintain accurate student records and documentation in compliance with regulations

    + Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and professional development activities

    + Serve as a resource and advocate for students with special needs within the school community

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (required; advanced degree preferred)

    + Valid state teaching certification as mandated by district and state guidelines

    + At least one year of classroom teaching experience preferred

    + Certification(s) Preferred:

    + Standard Elementary Teaching

    + Standard Secondary Teaching

    + Standard Special Education Teaching

    + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement

    + Current CPR certification (as applicable)

    + TB screening or health clearance as required

    + Must be at least 18 years of age and meet all federal, state, and local employment criteria

     

    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.