Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; El Mirage (AZ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a travel assignment in El Mirage, AZ. You will provide quality services to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, collaborating with general education staff and the program administrator to plan and implement individualized education programs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, planning, and consultation, with a focus on special instruction and tutorial support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or related field (preferred).
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state regulations.
• Endorsement in Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.
• Certification types for elementary/secondary/special teaching preferred.
• Complies with professional standards and practices.
• CPR, health clearances, and TB/PPD as required by contract.
• Must be eligible to work and meet age requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to special education students from K–12.
• Collaborate with General Education staff and program administrator in planning and implementation.
• Deliver special instruction, tutorial assistance, and consult with classroom staff.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

State Teaching Certificate (required)

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)

Standard Elementary Teaching (preferred)

Standard Secondary Teaching (preferred)

Standard Special Teaching (preferred)

Complies with standards of practice

Current CPR (if applicable)

TB questionnaire/PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)

Current Health certificate (per contract/regulation)

Meet federal, state & local requirements

Must be at least 18 years old

Job description

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $2170 / Week

Hours: 40.00

Location: El Mirage, AZ

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator provides quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

Minimum Requirements

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

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.