Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 154,291,000 - 180,466,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Weekly paychecks

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis, formerly Maxim Healthcare Staffing, is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Gurnee, IL. The role is contract full-time, serving K–12 students and collaborating with the Special Education Program Administrator and general education staff to implement individualized instruction.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree, state teaching certification, and at least one year of teaching experience; endorsements such as LBS1 are preferred. 35 hours per week, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred).
• Valid state teaching certificate per district regulations.
• Minimum of one year teaching experience preferred.
• State Teaching Certification types listed above preferred.
• Endorsement LBS1 preferred.
• Complies with professional standards of practice.
• Health and safety requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to special education students K–12.
• Participate in team planning and implementation of student programs.
• Consult with general education staff and provide tutorial assistance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university

State Teaching Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching

State Teaching Certification; Type: Standard Secondary Teaching

State Teaching Certification; Type: Standard Special Teaching

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)

Job description

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $62 / Hour

Hours: 35.00

Location: Gurnee, IL

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.