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Mild/Moderate Special Education Teacher

Employer: Amergis

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Start Date: January 5, 2026

Duration: ASAP through the end of the 2025–2026 school year

Pay Rate: $35–$40 per hour

Setting: In-person

Position Overview

Amergis is seeking a dedicated Mild/Moderate Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instructional support for students with mild/moderate disabilities. This position follows a push-in/pull-out model rather than being assigned to a designated classroom. The teacher will work across multiple settings to ensure individualized instruction and services are delivered effectively.

Responsibilities

+ Deliver direct instruction and support to students with mild/moderate disabilities.

+ Collaborate with general education teachers to implement push-in/pull-out services.

+ Manage a caseload of approximately 17–22 students.

+ Develop and implement IEPs in compliance with state guidelines.

+ Maintain accurate documentation and progress monitoring.

+ Communicate regularly with families, staff, and administrators to support student success.

Qualifications

+ Preferred: Fully credentialed Mild/Moderate SPED Teacher.

+ Considered: Preliminary credential holders with strong qualifications.

+ Strong collaboration and communication skills.

+ Ability to adapt to diverse student needs and environments.

+ Commitment to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments.

Interview Process

Candidates should be prepared for a thorough interview process, which includes:

+ Interview with leadership team.

+ Four-hour shadowing interview to observe and engage in the environment.

+ Possible final panel interview (if needed).

Why Amergis?

Amergis partners with educational programs across California to provide high-quality support services. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative and student-centered environment.

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.