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Job overview
Amergis is hiring a Special Education Teacher. The Special Education Teacher will support middle school students with moderate behavioral needs in a classroom-based setting that includes Level 4 medical support. The role requires collaboration with general education staff, parents, and multidisciplinary teams, and is a 36‑week contract beginning August 26, 2026, with a 37.5‑hour weekly schedule.
Successful candidates bring Active Washington State Teaching License, Special Education Teaching Endorsement, and Must Be 18+. Preferred (not required): Supporting Middle School Students With Moderate Behavioral Needs, Working In A Classroom Assignment With Level 4 Medical Support Students, Collaboration With General Education Staff, Parents, And Multidisciplinary Teams, and Collaboration Skills.
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Full job description
Special Education Teacher (School-Based) | Longview, WA - Recruiter Snapshot
Position: Special Education Teacher
Location: Longview, Washington
Start Date: August 26, 2026
Contract Length: 36 Weeks
Schedule: 37.5 Hours/Week
Grade Level: Middle School
Setting: Classroom-Based
Behavioral Support: Medium
Medical Support: Level 4
Interview: Required (In-person preferred; Zoom available)
Required Qualifications
Must Have:
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Active Washington State Teaching License
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Special Education Teaching Endorsement
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Minimum age of 18
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Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Preferred:
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Bachelor's Degree
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1+ year of teaching experience
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Special Education teaching experience
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Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement
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Standard Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education teaching certification
Compensation
Local Options:
- $50/hr (36 weeks, 37.5 hours/week)
Travel Option:
- Estimated weekly package: $2,193
Ideal Candidate Profile
? Licensed Washington SPED Teacher
? Experience supporting middle school students with moderate behavioral needs
? Comfortable working in a classroom assignment with Level 4 medical support students
? Available for a full 36-week school-year contract beginning 8/26/2026
? Strong collaboration skills with general education staff, parents, and multidisciplinary teams
Key Selling Points
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Full school-year assignment
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Middle school caseload
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Travel package available
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Interview process is straightforward
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Opportunity to make a significant impact in a special education classroom setting
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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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.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | Special Education Teacher | Special Education Teacher School
Job Type: Travel
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0680
Contract Duration: 36
Pay Rate: $2193 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-08-05T18:03:51
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