Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insu​

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on-em

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher to serve K-12 students in Mesquite, TX. This contract-full-time role pays $40 per hour and requires a 40-hour work week with leadership under the Special Education Program Administrator.

The position emphasizes planning, instruction, and collaboration with general education staff to deliver quality services and ensure student success under state and district guidelines."

Qualifications

• 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: Elementary, Secondary or 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to special education students, K-12.
• Participate in planning and implementation of student programs, including instruction, tutorial assistance, and collaboration with general education staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Instruction planning

Staff consultation

CPR certified

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

State Teaching Certificate

Endorsement: LBS1 preferred

Standard Elementary/Secondary/Special Teaching certifications preferred

Job description

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $40 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Mesquite, TX

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

• 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.