Special Education Teacher

MONTESSORI SCHOOL; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Amergis, formerly Maxim Healthcare Staffing, seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide quality educational services to students in an RSP classroom from kindergarten through grade 12. You will collaborate with administrators, educators and families to support student success through individualized instruction, intervention and planning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, a valid state teaching certificate, and preferred LBS1 endorsement, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred.
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations.
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality educational services to students receiving special education support.
• Collaborate with administrators, educators, and families.
• Focus on individualized instruction, intervention, and educational planning in an RSP classroom.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid state teaching certificate

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

Job description

Position Highlights

• Setting: Elementary School Resource Classroom
• Pay Rate: $52.00 per hour
• Start Date: September 1, 2026
• Hours: 35 Hours per Week
• Contract Length: 180 School Days
• Openings: 5 Positions Available
• Grade Level: Elementary
• Student Ages: 3-13 Years Old
• Interview Required: Yes, with SPED Director and District Staff

About the Role

As a Special Education Teacher, you will provide quality educational services to students receiving special education support while working collaboratively with administrators, educators, and families. This role focuses on supporting student success through individualized instruction, intervention, and educational planning in a Resource Specialist Program (RSP) classroom. 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.