• Special Education Teacher

    Amergis (Santa Maria, CA)


    Special Education Teacher – School Setting

     

    Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, the Special Education Teacher provides high-quality services to students in grades K–12. This role requires a strong commitment to collaborative planning and implementation of individualized student programs, including specialized instruction, tutorial support, and consultation with general education staff.

    Minimum Requirements:

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

    + Valid state teaching certificate as required by state and district regulations

    + Minimum of one year of teaching experience (preferred)

    + State Teacher Certification:

    + Standard Elementary Teaching (preferred)

    + Standard Secondary Teaching (preferred)

    + Standard Special Education Teaching (preferred)

    + Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

    + 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

    Position Details:

    + Location: Santa Maria, CA

    + Start Date: ASAP

    + Contract Length: 2025–2026 School Year

    + Schedule: Monday–Friday

    + Hours per Week: 37.5

    + Grade Levels: TK–8

    + Setting: In-person only

    + Certifications Required: CA Mild/Moderate Credential

    Pay Details:

    + Local Pay Rate: $60/hour (negotiable)

    + Travel Weekly Pay: Approx. $2,829 gross

     

    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.

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