Special Education Teacher
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Amergis
Chicago, IL (In Person)
$93,600 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
- Special Education Teacher (Middle & High School) - 2026-2027 School Year
- Are you a passionate educator dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with diverse learning needs? Join a collaborative, student-centered team where your expertise in special education will be valued and supported every day.
- Position Overview
- The Special Education Teacher works under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator to deliver specialized instruction, provide academic and behavioral support, and collaborate with staff to ensure student success. This role focuses on teaching all core subjects in a self-contained classroom while addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Assignment Details
- +
Grade Levels:
Middle School or High School +Caseload:
Self-contained classroom +Student Needs:
Social, emotional, and/or behavioral +Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM +Hours:
40 per week +Start Date:
August 10, 2026- Qualifications
- + Valid state teaching certification in accordance with state and district regulations + Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (preferred) + At least 18 years of age + Ability to meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements + Minimum of one year of teaching experience + Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education Teaching Certification + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement + Experience working with students with social, emotional, or behavioral needs + Current CPR certification (if applicable) + Current health clearance and TB screening (as required) •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.
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:
- 52 •
Pay Rate:
- $1800 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-05-20T12:29:56
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