Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Savings

Awards & Recognition

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Fall River, MA. The role involves delivering quality services to K-12 students under the program administrator, with collaboration across general education staff to plan and implement student programs.

The position is a contract, full-time role paying $63 per hour with a 32.50-hour work week. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and state teaching certification; LBS1 endorsement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state/contract regulations
• LBS1 endorsement preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement student programs for K–12 with special education focus
• Provide specialized instruction and tutorial assistance
• Consult with general education staff to support inclusion and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

State Teaching Certificate

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)

Tools

CPR Certification

TB Questionnaire/PPD or chest X-ray

Health certificate

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $63 / Hour

Hours: 32.50

Location: Fall River, MA

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: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0363

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $63 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-08-04T20:40:16