Special Education Teacher

Amergis

Springfield, MOFull-time / Contract$1,575/wkSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$1,575/wk

Location

Springfield, MO

Schedule

Full-time / Contract

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate Or Eligibility For Missouri CertificationBachelor's degree

Job overview

Amergis seeks dedicated Special Education Teachers to support students of all ages in the Springfield, Missouri area, providing individualized instruction, collaboration with families and staff, and fostering inclusive learning environments across elementary, middle, and high school settings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Individualized Education ProgramsSpecialized InstructionCollaborationSpecial Education DocumentationStudent Progress MonitoringBehavior InterventionClassroom ManagementMeeting ParticipationPositive Learning EnvironmentRegulatory Compliance

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or Related FieldValid Missouri Teaching Certificate or Eligibility for Missouri CertificationStrong Communication, Organizational, and Collaboration SkillsCommitment to Supporting Students With Diverse Learning NeedsPrevious Special Education Teaching ExperienceExperience With IEP Development and Case ManagementKnowledge of Behavior Management and Differentiated Instruction Strategies

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Full job description

MUST HAVE MILD/MOD CROSS CATEGORICAL DESE CERTIFICATION

Special Education Teacher

Springfield, Missouri Area

Position Title: Special Education Teacher

Location: Springfield, MO Area

Employment Type: Full-Time

Contract Length: 10-Month Contract

Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package Available

Join Our Team!

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teachers to support students across a variety of educational settings in the Springfield, Missouri area. Opportunities are available at all age levels , including elementary, middle school, and high school. The ideal candidate is committed to helping students achieve academic, behavioral, social, and emotional success through individualized instruction and collaboration with families and school staff.

Responsibilities

Develop,implement,andmonitorIndividualizedEducationPrograms(IEPs).
Providespecializedinstructioninaccordancewithstudentgoalsandeducationalneeds.
Collaboratewithgeneraleducationteachers,administrators,relatedserviceproviders,andfamilies.
Maintainaccurateandcompliantspecialeducationdocumentation.
Monitorstudentprogressandadjustinstructionalstrategiesasneeded.
Implementbehaviorinterventionplansandclassroommanagementtechniques.
ParticipateinIEPmeetings,teammeetings,andprofessionaldevelopmentopportunities.
Fosterapositive,inclusive,andsupportivelearningenvironment.
Ensurecompliancewithfederal,state,anddistrictspecialeducationregulations.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor'sDegreeinSpecialEducationorrelatedfield.
ValidMissouriteachingcertificateoreligibilityforMissouricertification.
Strongcommunication,organizational,andcollaborationskills.
Commitmenttosupportingstudentswithdiverselearningneeds.

Preferred:

PreviousSpecialEducationteachingexperience.
ExperiencewithIEPdevelopmentandcasemanagement.
Knowledgeofbehaviormanagementanddifferentiatedinstructionstrategies.

Benefits

Competitivecompensation
Medical,dental,andvisioninsuranceoptions
Retirementplanparticipation
Paidprofessionaldevelopmentopportunities
Supportiveschoolenvironment
Accesstoinstructionalresourcesandspecialeducationsupportstaff
Paidholidaysandschoolbreaksconsistentwiththeacademiccalendar

Position Details

Full-timeposition
10-monthcontract
Opportunitiesavailableacross elementary, middle, and high school settings
Supportiveadministrationandcollaborativeeducationalteams
Springfield,Missouriarea

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with disabilities, we encourage you to apply and join our team of dedicated educators serving students throughout the Springfield, Missouri area.

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: 0285

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $1575 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-28T14:17:45