Special Education Teacher

MONTESSORI SCHOOL; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 6,199,000 - 7,577,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis has a Middle School Special Education Teacher opening for a contract through May 2027 in Phoenix, AZ. The role requires ADE Certification and IVP Fingerprint Card, with duties including planning and implementing student programs and consultation with general education staff.

The position offers full-time hours (36 per week) at approximately $50 per hour, with competitive benefits and weekly paychecks. ADE certification and LBS1 endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university is preferred.
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations.
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Special Education Teacher provides quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12.
• Commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

Skills

LBS1 Endorsement preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university

Valid state teaching certificate

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

Job description

Position Details

Grade Level: Middle School

Contract Length: ASAP – May 2027

Offering $50/hr

Full-time 36 hours per week

Additional Requirements

ADE Certification and IVP Fingerprint Card

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 preferredState 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.