- Special Education Teacher (K-5 Severe Needs) - $40+/hr
Location:
- Brighton, CO
Schedule:
- Tuesday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Hours:
- ~36 hours per week
Contract Length:
- 36 weeks
Start Date:
- August 24, 2026
Pay:
- 40+ based on experience
- Openings
- :•2 •Position Overview•We are seeking dedicated and compassionate •Special Education Teachers (SPED)•to support •K-5 students with severe needs•.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with school staff to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) and provide specialized instruction to help students reach their full potential.
- Key Responsibilities
- + Deliver individualized and small-group instruction based on student IEPs + Support students with severe learning and behavioral needs + Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff + Provide consultation and strategies for inclusive classroom success + Track and document student progress + Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team planning
- Minimum Requirements
- + Bachelor's Degree (preferred) + Valid state teaching certification (required per state/district guidelines) + Special Education certification or endorsement preferred (e.g., LBS1) + Experience in a teaching or classroom setting preferred + Must meet all federal, state, and local compliance requirements + Minimum age: 18 years
- 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.
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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.
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:
- 0680
Contract Duration:
- 36 •
Pay Rate:
- $1440 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-06-03T20:36:08