Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a travel assignment in Elmhurst, IL. The role focuses on delivering specialized instruction and ongoing student support for K–12 students and requires collaboration with general education staff to implement individualized programs.

The position involves a 35-hour workweek, on-site placement in Elmhurst, and competitive weekly pay of $2,177.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree and valid state teaching certificate as per state regulations.
• Endorsements for Special Education (LBS1) preferred.
• Experience teaching in a K–12 setting preferred.
• Complies with professional standards and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to special education students from kindergarten to grade 12.
• Participate in planning and implementing individual student programs.
• Collaborate with general education staff to support inclusive education.

Skills

Team collaboration

Curriculum planning

Communication with staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree

State Teaching Certificate

Standard Elementary Teaching

Standard Secondary Teaching

Standard Special Teaching

Endorsement: LBS1

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $2177 / Week

Hours: 35.00

Location: Elmhurst, IL

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

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.

Job Category: Education

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

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0416

Contract Duration: 25

Pay Rate: $2177 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-10-12T21:01:35