Special Education Teachers Wanted | Raytown, MO | $45/Hr | 25/26 School Year

Amergis Careers

2 days ago

Empower Students. Transform Classrooms. Make aDifference.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated SpecialEducation Teachers to join our team for the 2025–2026 school year.With six openings across elementary gradelevels—including five self-contained classrooms and oneresource room—this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in asupportive, collaborative environment.

Position Overview:

Location: Raytown, MO
Compensation: $45/hour
Hours: 40/week
Openings: 6
Grade Levels: Elementary (assignment specifics will be decided after interviews)
Schedule: Monday – Friday (No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays)
Contract: Entire 2025-2026 School Year
Weekly Pay + Benefits
Start: August 5, 2025 (New Teacher Orientation)

As a Special Education Teacher, you’ll work under theguidance of the Special Education Program Administrator to deliverhigh-quality, individualized instruction to students with diverse learningneeds. You’ll be part of a team that values inclusion, innovation, and studentsuccess.

What You’ll Do:

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with IEP goals
Deliver engaging group and individual instruction
Create student schedules to meet IEP service minutes
Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, and behavioral staff (RBTs, BCBAs)
Manage classroom behavior using PBIS, IEP, and district guidelines
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians
Collect and analyze student data
Ensure compliance with all special education timelines and documentation
Facilitate IEP and evaluation meetings
Lead weekly meetings with Instructional Assistants
Administer district and state assessments
Supervise and schedule Instructional Assistants
Participate in professional learning and school-wide meetings
Perform other duties as needed to support student success

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
Valid Missouri teaching certificate (required)
Certification in one or more of the following (preferred):

Standard Elementary Teaching
Standard Secondary Teaching
Standard Special Education Teaching
Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)
MO DESE Certification: Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe

Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)
Current CPR certification (if applicable)
TB Questionnaire, PPD test, or chest x-ray (if applicable)
Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Support You’ll Receive:

Work in both group and 1:1 settings
Collaborate with a team of paras, behavioral technicians, and nurses
Access to ongoing training and professional development
Supportive leadership and a mission-driven school culture

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help students see the world in new ways—one step at a time.

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 a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral 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
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

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following 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.