Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher (Developmental Preschool) - School-Based | 2026-2027 School Year

Early Childhood Special Education | Full-Time

?? Maricopa, AZ

?? Start Date: August 26, 2026

? 40 Hours Per Week

?? 40-Week Contract

? 1 Opening Available

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher to support students in a Developmental Preschool setting in Maricopa, AZ. This is a rewarding opportunity for an educator who is committed to creating an engaging, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for young learners with diverse developmental needs.

Working collaboratively with families, support staff, and educational teams, the Special Education Teacher will help students build foundational academic, social, behavioral, and communication skills that support long-term success both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized educational programs aligned with student IEP goals.

• Provide specialized instruction to students with developmental and learning needs.

• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, administrators, and families.

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational records.

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.

• Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.

• Foster a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and district regulations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

• Valid state teaching certification as required by state and district regulations.

• Special Education Teaching Certification required.

• Early Childhood Special Education Certification required for this assignment.

• Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred.

• Current CPR certification, if applicable.

• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray, if applicable.

• Current health certificate, if required.

• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Compliance with all professional standards of practice.

Assignment Details

• Setting: Developmental Preschool

• Student Population: Pre-K

• Schedule: 40 hours per week

• Contract Length: 40 Weeks

• Classroom Environment: General Education

• Medical Support Level: Level 1

• Behavioral Support Level: Low

• Interview Required: Yes

• Interview Format: Virtual Interview

Compensation

Local Candidates

?? Up to $50/hour

Travel Candidates

?? Up to $1,620 Weekly Gross Pay Package

?? Includes eligible weekly stipends:

• $500 Housing Stipend

• $400 Meals & Incidentals Stipend

Why This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during early childhood development

• Full-time schedule with consistent school-year hours

• Support students during critical learning and developmental stages

• Collaborative team environment with educators and specialists

• Engaging preschool setting focused on student growth and success

• Competitive compensation for local and travel professionals

• Stable school-year assignment with strong professional support

Apply Today

Interested in learning more about this opportunity?

Bianca Wilson Price

National Recruitment Manager

?? [email protected]

?? Call or Text: 813-371-5175

Reach out today for additional details, compensation information, and next steps. We look forward to connecting with you!

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.

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Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Special Education Teacher | Special Education Teacher School

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0671

Contract Duration: 40

Pay Rate: $1620 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-21T18:45:20