Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; 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 Newport News, VA. You will work with K-12 students in a school setting, providing specialized instruction and collaborating with related staff.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, valid state teaching certificate, and preferred LBS1 endorsement; compensation is paid weekly at $1,900 with a 37.50-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations.
• Minimum of one year experience in teaching environment (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.
• Collaborate with the Special Education Program Administrator and general education staff in planning and implementing student programs.
• Instruct, provide tutorial assistance, and consult with general education staff as part of student planning.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

State Teaching Certificate

LBS1 Endorsement (preferred)

Elementary Teaching Certification (Standard)

Secondary Teaching Certification (Standard)

Special Education Teaching Certification (Standard)

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $1900 / Week

Hours: 37.50

Location: Newport News, VA

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

• 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: 0401

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $1900 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-10-23T14:38:36