Special Education Teacher | $50/hr | Full-Time | Grand Junction, CO | Oct 2025–June 2026

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Special Education Teacher | $50/hr | Full-Time | 36-Week Contract | Grand Junction, CO

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking two Special Education Teachers to support students at Grand Mesa Middle School (SN) and West Middle School (SN) in Grand Junction, CO. These full-time, in-person roles begin October 13, 2025, and run for 36 weeks, offering a competitive rate of $50/hour.

Position Overview:

Location: Grand Mesa MS or West MS, Grand Junction, CO
Start Date: October 13, 2025
Duration: 36 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 37.5/week (7:30 AM – 3:30 PM)
Modality: In-person

Key Responsibilities:

Provide specialized instruction and support for K–12 students
Collaborate with general education staff and participate in student program planning
Deliver tutorial assistance and consult with support teams
Maintain compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

Valid Colorado teaching certificate
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred)
State Teacher Certification: Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Teaching (preferred)
Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
Minimum one year of teaching experience (preferred)
CPR certification, TB clearance, and health certificate as applicable
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

To apply or learn more, contact: Cyrus VessRecruiter | Amergis Staffingdavess@amergis.com813-371-5185

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.
**CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

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.