• Special Education Teacher - Elementary

    Amergis (Ellicott City, MD)


    Job Title: Special Education Teacher –Elementary

     

    Start Date: ASAP

     

    Duration: Remainder of the school year (with possibility of extensioninto 2026–2027)

     

    Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week (specific hours vary by school)

    Position Overview

    The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the SpecialEducation Program Administrator, provides high-quality services to studentswith special needs in grades K–12. This role requires collaboration withgeneral education staff to plan and implement individualized student programs,including specialized instruction, tutorial assistance, and consultation.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.

    + Deliver differentiated instruction and adapt learning materials to meet student needs.

    + Collect and analyze student performance data to inform instruction.

    + Collaborate with families, general education teachers, and support staff to create a safe and supportive learning environment.

    + Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

    Minimum Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred).

    + Valid Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) teaching certification with endorsement in Special Education (no conditional or provisional licenses).

    + At least 1 year of experience in a special education teaching environment.

    + 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 Qualifications

    + Standard Elementary Teaching Certification.

    + Standard Special Education Teaching Certification.

    + Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1).

     

    Work Environment

     

    + Locations:

    + Veterans ES – 4355 Montgomery Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043

    + Rockburn ES – 6145 Montgomery Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075

    + Bollman Bridge ES – 8200 Savage Guilford Rd, Savage, MD 20763

    + Dayton Oaks ES – 4691 Ten Oaks Rd, Dayton, MD 21036

    + Orientation: First day/week.

    + Dress Code: Business casual.

    + Parking: Provided on-site.

    + EMR/Charting: IEP Online.

     

    Interview Process

     

    + Virtual interviews.

    + Feedback within 24–48 hours.

     

    Interested candidates: Apply now to join a dedicated teamsupporting students with diverse learning needs! Email resume to Amanda at [email protected].

     

    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.