- Education Specialist
- Moderate/Severe (Extensive Support Needs)
- Santee School District (Contracted Through Amergis Staffing)
Pay Rate:
$60- 70 per hour
- Position Summary
- The
- Education Specialist
- Moderate/Severe
- contracted through
- Amergis
- provides specialized academic instruction, functional skills development, and behavioral support to students with
- Extensive Support Needs (ESN)
- within Santee School District. The educator ensures access to curriculum, meaningful inclusion, and measurable progress on IEP goals in alignment with
- IDEA
- , •California Education Code•, and district expectations.
- Key Responsibilities
- + •Specialized Instruction•— Deliver standards-aligned academic, functional, and life-skills instruction using evidence-based practices, AAC, visual supports, and assistive technology.
+
- IEP Case Management
- — Lead IEP development, conduct assessments, write measurable goals, and monitor progress. +
- Behavior Support
- — Implement PBIS, individualized BIPs, and crisis-prevention strategies to maintain a safe, structured learning environment. +
- Collaboration
- — Partner with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to support inclusion and coordinated services. +
- Classroom Management
- — Maintain a predictable, supportive environment that promotes engagement, communication, and independence.
- Minimum Qualifications
- + Valid
- California Education Specialist Instruction Credential
- Moderate/Severe
- or •Extensive Support Needs•authorization.
+ Experience supporting students with significant cognitive, behavioral, communication, or medical needs. + Ability to implement AAC, assistive technology, and functional skills instruction. + Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Contract Details (Amergis)
- + •
Hourly Rate:
Employment Type:
- Full-time contract (40 hours a week) +
Agency:
- Amergis +
Placement:
- Santee School District +
Schedule:
- Follows district academic calendar +
Support:
- Ongoing Amergis recruiter support and optional professional development
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
- General Comments
- Position Details
Modality:
- Special Education Teacher School
Openings:
- 3 •
Shifts:
- TBD
Shift Days:
- Mon-Fri
- Hours per
Week:
Contract Length:
- 1 Year(s)
Start Date:
- 08/10/2026
Details of Assignment:
- ESN Teacher Needed
Charting System:
- None
Client Interview Required:
- Yes
- 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. \#LI-JD5
Job Category:
- Education
Job Function:
- Education | Special Education Teacher | Special Education Teacher School
Job Type:
- Contract
- Full Time
Setting:
- Schools
Position Type:
- Healthcare
Office Number:
- 0171
Contract Duration:
- 52 •
Pay Rate:
- $23 / Hour
Date Posted:
- 2026-06-16T21:32:56