Special Education Teacher | $55/hr Local or $2,310/wk Travel | Colorado Springs, CO | 2025–2026 School Year | 37.5 hrs/week

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Special Education Teacher | $55/hr Local or $2,310.50/wk Travel | Colorado Springs, CO | 2025–2026 SY

Amergis Educational Staffing is hiring multiple full-time Special Education Teachers to support elementary and high school classrooms in the Widefield School District in Southern Colorado Springs. These in-person roles begin ASAP and run through the entire 2025–2026 school year. Openings span mild to severe settings, including center-based autism and SSN classrooms, resource roles, and a floater position.

Position Details

Location: Southern Colorado Springs, CO
District: Widefield School District
Start Date: November 3, 2025
Duration: 36 weeks (2025–2026 school year)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 37.5 student contact hours/week
Pay Rate: $55/hr local or $2,310.50/week travel
Openings: 4
Settings:
- Center-Based Autism – Elementary
- Center-Based SSN – Elementary
- Resource – High School
- Resource Floater – Long-Term Coverage

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction and support across K–12 settings
Collaborate with general education staff and multidisciplinary teams
Develop and implement IEPs
Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records
Support students in academic, behavioral, and life skill development
Participate in planning, team meetings, and district initiatives

Requirements

Valid Colorado Teaching License with Special Education Generalist Endorsement (required)
Pending licenses accepted with proof of application within 5 days of offer
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred)
Minimum one year of experience in special education settings
Experience in center-based autism, SSN, and resource classrooms must be reflected on resume
CPR certification, TB/PPD clearance, and health certificate as applicable
Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Incentives

Fingerprinting and application fees eligible for reimbursement
Travel reimbursement available up to $500

To apply or learn more, contact:Cyrus Vess Recruiter | Amergis Educational StaffingPhone: 813-371-5185Email: davess@amergis.com

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.

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