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Salary: $57 / Hour

Job Title: Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, provides quality services to special education students in grades K–12. This role focuses on supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities, especially those with autism spectrum disorder. The teacher collaborates with general education staff to plan and implement individualized programs, including specialized instruction and behavioral support.

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)

+ Valid state teaching certificate (per state, contract/district regulations)

+ Minimum one year of teaching experience (preferred)

+ State Teacher Certification; Types:

+ Standard Elementary Teaching (preferred)

+ Standard Secondary Teaching (preferred)

+ Standard Special Teaching (preferred)

+ Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) (preferred)

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

+ Current CPR certification (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

Preferred Skills:

+ Experience working with students with autism and moderate/severe disabilities

+ Strong classroom management and communication

+ Ability to adapt instruction to diverse learning needs

+ Collaborative and team-oriented

Why Join Us?

+ Weekly pay and competitive benefits

+ School schedule with weekends and holidays off

+ Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students

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.