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Special Education Teacher (K–5 Inclusion) – Full-Time
School: Bessemer, AL
Schedule: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM (37.5 hours/week)
Start Date: ASAP (Estimated 2/23/2026)
Contract Duration: 15 weeks, with potential extension
Travel: None
About The Role
Amergis Staffing is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Special Education Teacher to support students in grades K–5 within an inclusion classroom setting. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, the teacher will help plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality services to approximately 23 students, supporting their academic and behavioral success across general education environments.
This role requires strong teamwork, flexible problem-solving skills, and a commitment to implementing individualized student programs, including specialized instruction, tutorial assistance, and consultation with general education staff.
Key Responsibilities
Qualified and passionate educators are encouraged to apply. This school is seeking someone who brings dedication, collaboration, and a strong commitment to supporting diverse learners in an inclusion setting.
Email resume to Amanda at amalmand@amergis.com or text 813-261-4384 to schedule a call today!
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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.
School: Bessemer, AL
Schedule: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM (37.5 hours/week)
Start Date: ASAP (Estimated 2/23/2026)
Contract Duration: 15 weeks, with potential extension
Travel: None
About The Role
Amergis Staffing is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Special Education Teacher to support students in grades K–5 within an inclusion classroom setting. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, the teacher will help plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality services to approximately 23 students, supporting their academic and behavioral success across general education environments.
This role requires strong teamwork, flexible problem-solving skills, and a commitment to implementing individualized student programs, including specialized instruction, tutorial assistance, and consultation with general education staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized instruction and support to K–5 students in an inclusion environment
- Assist with planning, implementing, and monitoring individualized student programs
- Collaborate closely with general education staff to support student success
- Complete required documentation, progress monitoring, and compliance-related tasks
- Follow the designated schedule: 7:45 AM–3:15 PM (schedule should not vary without prior approval from the Special Education Director and communication with Amergis)
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
- Valid state teaching certificate as required by district/contract
- Preferred certifications:
- Standard Elementary Teaching
- Standard Secondary Teaching
- Standard Special Education Teaching
- Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement
- Minimum one year teaching experience (preferred)
- Compliance with all professional standards of practice
- Current CPR (if required)
- TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable)
- Current Health Certificate (as required by state/contract)
- Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
Qualified and passionate educators are encouraged to apply. This school is seeking someone who brings dedication, collaboration, and a strong commitment to supporting diverse learners in an inclusion setting.
Email resume to Amanda at amalmand@amergis.com or text 813-261-4384 to schedule a call today!
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.
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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