• Special Education Teacher

    Amergis (Burbank, IL)


    Special Education Teacher-Burbank, IL

     

    Schedule: 32.5 hours per week (8:15 AM – 3:15 PM)

     

    Duration: ASAP through End of School Year

     

    Compensation: $45–$50 per hour

    Position Overview

    We are seeking four (4) Special Education Teachers to provide excellent instructional services to students in grades K–12. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, the Special Education Teacher delivers individualized instruction, implements IEP goals, collaborates with general education staff, and maintains a supportive and structured learning environment.

     

    Each classroom is supported by paraprofessionals, and caseloads are manageable to ensure meaningful instructional engagement and student progress.

    Available Classroom Assignments

    + Elementary Special Education Classroom

    + Middle School Special Education Classroom

    + High School Multi-Needs Classroom

     

    Serves students with significant needs and requires increased staff support for engagement.

     

    + 18–22 Transition Program Classroom

     

    Focused on life skills, vocational readiness, and community-based transition planning.

    Caseload & Classroom Structure

    + Caseload: Approximately 7–8 students

    + Classroom Support: Paraprofessionals assigned

    + Bell Schedule: 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM

    Minimum Requirements

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

    + Valid Illinois teaching certification (as required by district/state)

    + Minimum one year classroom teaching experience (preferred)

    + Preferred Illinois Certification Types:

    + Standard Elementary Teaching

    + Standard Secondary Teaching

    + Standard Special Teaching

    + LBS1 endorsement strongly preferred

    + Current CPR certification (if applicable)

    + TB Questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)

    + Current Health Certificate (as required)

    + Must meet all federal, state, and local compliance requirements

    + Must be at least 18 years old

    About the Environment

    These classrooms operate within a team-based instructional model that emphasizes collaboration, structured supports, student engagement, and meaningful academic and functional growth. Teachers work closely with paraprofessionals and related service providers to ensure all students receive high-quality educational support.

     

    Call to Action

     

    Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring is underway for an ASAP start.

    For direct consideration, please contact:

    Cliffton Meadows

     

    National Recruitment Manager – Amergis

    Phone: 813-371-5189

    Email: [email protected]

     

    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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