Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Special Education Teacher to deliver high-quality services to K–12 students under the program administrator’s direction. The role emphasizes collaboration in planning and implementing individualized student programs, including special instruction, tutorial support, and coordination with general education staff.

The ideal candidate will bring licensure as a state-certified teacher, experience in a teaching environment, and endorsements such as LBS1 to support diverse

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; Elementary Type preferred.
• State Teacher Certification; Secondary Type preferred.
• State Teacher Certification; Special Teaching preferred.
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university

State Teacher Certification; Elementary Type

State Teacher Certification; Secondary Type

State Teacher Certification; Special Teaching

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)

Job description

Setting

Schools

Job Type

Travel

Pay

$1900 / Week

Hours

37.50

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Description

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.