Special Education Teacher – Elementary Classroom (Dallas, OR)
Pay Rate: $56/hour
Contract Length: ASAP – June (Approx. 7 months)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (30 min unpaid lunch)
Start Date: 12/1/2025
Location: Dallas, Oregon
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to lead a Structured Learning Program for students with significant behavioral needs in grades K–3. This role requires strong classroom management skills and the ability to work independently as a case manager. You will provide specialized instruction, manage a caseload, and collaborate with instructional assistants and other staff.
Essential Details
- Caseload: 9–12 students (subject to change)
- Support Staff: 4+ Instructional Assistants
- Responsibilities:
- Direct instruction and behavior management
- Case management (may include virtual responsibilities)
- Standard prep and paperwork time included
- Looking for:
- Experienced case manager
- Strong classroom leadership skills
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
- Valid state teaching certificate as required by state regulations
- Ability to meet all federal, state, and local requirements
- Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)
- Behavioral experience required
- Current CPR (if applicable)
- TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray (if applicable)
- Current health certificate (per state/contract regulations)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred Certifications:
- Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Teaching Certification
- Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1)
Position Details
- Modality: SPED Teacher
- Shift: Monday – Friday
- Hours: 40/week
- Openings: 1
Contact Information:
Cyrus Vess
National Recruitment Manager
Email: davess@amergis.com
Phone: 813-371-5185
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.
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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