• Special Education Teacher

    Amergis (Santa Maria, CA)


    Job Title: Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher

     

    Company: Amergis Educational Staffing

     

    Start Date: ASAP

    End Date: June 9, 2026

    Hours per Week: 37.5

     

    Schedule: Monday–Friday

     

    Modality: In-person

    Position Overview

    Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher develops, adapts, and implements specialized physical education programs for students in the motor domain. The APE Teacher motivates students to build skills, confidence, and independence, while creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. This role requires collaboration with school teams and the use of diverse instructional techniques tailored to individual student abilities.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Develop and implement specialized physical education programs for students with motor domain needs.

    + Motivate students to develop appropriate skills, attitudes, and knowledge.

    + Utilize a variety of instructional techniques appropriate to students’ abilities.

    + Collaborate with school teams to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment.

    + Maintain accurate records and evaluate student progress.

    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.

    Facility Details

    + District includes 17 elementary schools, 4 junior high schools, and 1 combined elementary/junior high school.

    + Committed to high-quality education and helping students reach their Amergisum potential.

    Pay Details

    + Local: $55/hour

    + Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,062.50

     

    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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