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Special Education Teacher

Amergis

Fairfield, MEContract$2,200/wkTracked 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$2,200/wk
Location
Fairfield, ME
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid State Teaching CertificateCurrent CPRCurrent Health Certificate

Job overview

Amergis is hiring a Special Education Teacher. The Special Education Teacher provides quality services to K‑12 special education students and collaborates with the Special Education Program Administrator. They commit to team participation in planning and implementing student programs, including special instruction, tutorial assistance, and consultation with general education staff.

Key focus areas include Provides quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12 and Participates in team planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

Successful candidates bring Valid State Teaching Certificate, Meet All Federal, State And Local Requirements, and Must Be At Least 18 Years Of Age. Important skills include Professional Standards Of Practice and First Aid. Preferred (not required): Team Participation, Planning, Implementation, and Special Instruction.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professional Standards of PracticeTeam ParticipationPlanningImplementationSpecial InstructionTutorial AssistanceConsultationSpecial EducationTeachingLearning Behavior SpecialistFirst Aid

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeValid State Teaching CertificateOne Year Teaching ExperienceStandard Elementary Teaching CertificationStandard Secondary Teaching CertificationStandard Special Teaching CertificationLearning Behavior Specialist Endorsement (LBS1)Compliance With Professional StandardsCurrent CPRTB Questionnaire or PPD or Chest X-RayCurrent Health CertificateMust Meet All Federal State and Local Requirements

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator provides quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

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

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.

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: 0813

Contract Duration: 39

Pay Rate: $2200 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-05T12:37:55

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