Job Posting: Special Education Teacher
Location: Ellicott City, MD
Employer: Amergis Healthcare Staffing
Position Type: Contract
Duration: Remainder of school year (possibilityof extension into the 26-27 school year)
Work Hours: 35 Hours
Pay Rate: $48
Position Summary Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking adedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher toprovide high-quality services to students in grades K–12. Under the directionof the Special Education Program Administrator, this role involvescollaborating with school staff to plan and implement individualized studentprograms, including specialized instruction, tutorial support, and consultationwith general education teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver tailored instruction to students with special needs
- Collaborate with general education staff to support inclusive learning environments
- Participate in team planning and implementation of student programs
- Provide tutorial assistance and behavioral support as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all professional standards
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
- Valid state teaching certificate (as required by state/district regulations)
- Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)
- Preferred certifications:
- Standard Elementary Teaching
- Standard Secondary Teaching
- Standard Special Teaching
- Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement
- Current CPR certification (if applicable)
- TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray (if applicable)
- Current health certificate (per contract/state regulation)
- 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.