Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide quality services to K–12 students in a school setting, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator. The role focuses on planning and implementing individual programs, including instruction, tutorial support, and collaboration with general education staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, valid state teaching certificate, and state-specific certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state regulations.
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.
• State Teaching Certification types: Elementary, Secondary, and Special Teaching.
• CPR certification and health certificate as applicable.
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to K–12 students under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator.
• Participate in planning and implementation of student programs with general education staff.
• Deliver special instruction, tutorial assistance, and consultation to general education staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Instructional planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

State teaching certificate

LBS1 Endorsement preferred

Elementary Teaching Certification (Standard)

Secondary Teaching Certification (Standard)

Special Education Certification (Standard)

CPR certification

Health certificate

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $45 / Hour

Hours: 37.50

Location: Columbia, SC

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has acommitment to team participation in planning and implementation of studentprograms including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultationwith general education staff.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universitypreferred
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulations
• Minimum of one year experience in teaching environmentpreferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teachingpreferred
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Special Education Teacher | Special Education Teacher School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0672

Contract Duration: 37

Pay Rate: $45 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-01T15:01:06