• Special Education Teacher

    Amergis (St. Louis, MO)


    Special Education Teacher (K–2, Semi Self-Contained Classroom)

     

    School Year: 2025–2026

     

    Schedule: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality instructional services to students in kindergarten through 2nd grade. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, the teacher will support students with diverse needs in a semi self-contained classroom, focusing primarily on foundational academic and behavioral skills. This role requires strong collaboration with general education staff, paraprofessionals, and support teams to ensure IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and student success.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Provide specialized instruction to K–2 students in a semi self-contained setting

    + Develop, write, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

    + Monitor and document student progress toward goals

    + Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and families

    + Provide both group and 1:1 instructional support as needed

    + Manage classroom routines and support students with behavioral needs

    + Work closely with assigned paraprofessionals

    + Maintain compliance with district, state, and federal regulations

    + Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and professional development

    Minimum Requirements

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

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

    + Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)

    + State Teacher Certification, preferred types:

    + Standard Elementary Teaching

    + Standard Secondary Teaching

    + Standard Special Teaching

    + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement preferred

    + Ability to meet all professional standards of practice

    + Current CPR certification (if applicable)

    + TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable)

    + Current Health Certificate (as required)

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

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

    Classroom & Support Structure

    + Grade Level: K–2

    + Classroom Type: Semi self-contained

    + Caseload: TBD

    + Support: Dedicated paraprofessional(s) in classroom

    Modality

    + Full-time Special Education Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year

     

    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.