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APE Teacher
- Amergis (Santa Maria, CA)
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Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking an Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher to support K-8 students in a specialized physical education setting.
Position Overview:
+ Location: California (specific site details provided during interview)
+ Start Date: ASAP
+ End Date: June 9, 2026
+ Schedule: Monday–Friday
+ Hours: 37.5/week
+ Modality: In-person
+ Openings: 1
Classroom Details:
+ Grade Level: K-8
+ Caseload: To be determined
Key Responsibilities:
+ Develop and implement specialized physical education programs for students with motor domain needs
+ Motivate students to build skills, confidence, and independence
+ Collaborate with school teams to create a safe and inclusive learning environment
+ Use diverse instructional techniques tailored to individual student abilities
Minimum Requirements:
+ California credential (Single Subject PE, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist)
+ Adapted Physical Education (APE) authorization or ability to obtain
+ Three years of teaching experience (preferred)
+ Experience working with special needs students in classroom or group settings (preferred)
+ Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills
+ Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success
+ CPR certification, TB clearance, and health certificate as applicable
+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
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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