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Special Education Teacher - High School
- Amergis (Lake Oswego, OR)
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Special Education Teacher – High School - Lake Oswego, OR
Modality: Special Education Teacher
Start & End Date: ASAP or 01/12/2026 (depending on which position you’re interested in)
Contract Length: 6 months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, typical school hours. Candidates should be available as early as 7:30 AM and available as late as 4:30 PM. Actual school schedule will be determined after interview.
About the Role
We are seeking dedicated Special Education Teachers to provide high-quality services to students in high school. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, you will deliver individualized instruction, manage IEPs, and collaborate with general education staff, parents, and specialists to ensure student success.
The school’s district is known for strong community involvement and high expectations of professionalism, punctuality, patience, and collaboration. Candidates must be reliable, committed, and able to represent Amergis with excellence.
Positions Available
+ Learning Specialist
+ Caseload: 6–8 students
+ Full-time through February 13
+ Learning Specialist
+ Caseload: 27–28 students
+ Full-time January 12 – June 15
Key Responsibilities
+ Provide direct instruction and specialized support to students with developmental and learning needs
+ Collaborate with parents, teachers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs)
+ Deliver tutorial assistance and consult with general education staff to support inclusion
+ Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all professional standards of practice
+ Participate in team planning and contribute to a supportive, structured classroom environment
Qualifications
+ Active Oregon Special Education Teaching License through TSPC (priority given to candidates with current OR license)
+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred)
+ Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)
+ State Teacher Certification in Elementary, Secondary, or Special Teaching (preferred)
+ Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
+ Current CPR certification, TB test/PPD or chest x-ray, and health certificate as required
+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Additional Details
+ Age Group: High School
+ Caseload: Varies by position (see above)
+ Breaks: 30-minute unpaid lunch for shifts over 6 hours
+ Interview Process: Virtual interviews with Student Services Directors and principals. Professionalism and ability to handle parent involvement are highly valued.
Contact Information:
Vanessa Denard
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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