• Mild/Mod Cert SPED Teacher

    Amergis (St. Louis, MO)


    Special Education Teacher (Mild/Moderate)

     

    K–2 Semi Self-Contained Classroom

    2025–2026 School Year

    Downtown St. Louis

     

    Schedule: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a committed and highly qualified Special Education Teacher to support kindergarten through 2nd grade students in a semi self-contained classroom setting. This role is ideal for educators with a Mild/Moderate (M/M) certification who excel in providing individualized instruction, supporting diverse learning needs, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. The teacher will work under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator to implement IEPs, monitor progress, and create a structured, supportive environment where students can grow academically, socially, and behaviorally.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Deliver specialized instruction to K–2 students in a semi self-contained classroom

    + Develop, write, and implement IEPs aligned with student goals

    + Conduct consistent progress monitoring and maintain detailed documentation

    + Collaborate with general education staff, paraprofessionals, therapists, and families

    + Provide both small-group and 1:1 instructional support

    + Establish and maintain routines that support academic and behavioral success

    + Lead and support classroom paraprofessionals

    + Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines

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

    Minimum Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Master’s preferred)

    + Valid state Special Education Mild/Moderate certification or equivalent

    + One year of teaching experience preferred

    + Acceptable certification types include:

    + Standard Special Teaching

    + Standard Elementary Teaching

    + Standard Secondary Teaching

    + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement preferred

    + Ability to meet all professional standards of practice

    + CPR certification, TB screening, and Health Certificate as required

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

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

    Classroom & Support

    + Grade Levels: K–2

    + Classroom Type: Semi self-contained

    + Caseload: To be determined

    + Support: Dedicated paraprofessional(s) assigned to classroom

     

    Modality

     

    This is a full-time Special Education teaching position for the 2025–2026 school year.

     

    How to Apply

     

    Candidates with Mild/Moderate certification who are passionate about early elementary learners and committed to individualized instruction are strongly encouraged to apply.

     

    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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