Amergis Educational Staffing is proud to partner with a school in Fall River, MA to hire passionate and experienced Special Education Teachers for the 2025–2026 school year. If you’re committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs and thrive in collaborative environments, we’d love to connect with you!
Position Details
- Location: Fall River, MA
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Monday–Friday (varies by school)
- Duration: Full 2025–2026 School Year
- Pay Rate: Up to $65/hour, based on experience
- Requirements: MA DESE License
Role Responsibilities
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Provide direct instruction in academic and behavioral areas
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families
- Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Valid MA teaching license in Special Education
- Experience working with students with autism, behavioral challenges, or learning disabilities
- Strong classroom management and instructional skills
- Ability to lead and collaborate with support staff
- Flexible, patient, and committed to student growth
Open Teaching Roles in Fall River:
Middle School – Social Emotional Focus
Support students with social-emotional challenges by:
- Teaching emotional regulation and coping strategies
- Collaborating with counselors and support staff
- Creating a safe and structured learning environment
Elementary – ABA Focus:
Teach and support students using ABA principles:
- Collaborate with BCBAs and implement behavior plans
- Use data-driven instruction and behavior tracking
- Foster academic and social development
Middle School – Autism & Special Education Focus:
Support students with autism and other special needs:
- Deliver differentiated instruction aligned with IEPs
- Promote inclusive practices and classroom engagement
- Address academic and behavioral goals
Middle School – 1:1 with Individuals with Autism:
Provide individualized instruction and support:
- Implement personalized academic and behavioral plans
- Foster independence and skill-building
- Support student participation in classroom and social activities
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
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.