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Prior Experience Working as Special Education Teacher Highly Preferred -- No Certification Needed

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated

• Creates and implements the instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum

• Maintains a classroom climate that is age appropriate and conducive to learning

• Maintains reasonable rules which encourage self-discipline and responsibility and are in alignment with school policy

• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of the school curriculum and goals

• Implements a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media

• Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies and procedures as established by the Board of Education and Administration in written or verbal form

• Creates and implements response to Intervention programs as needed

• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

• Maintains records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations

• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct

• Serves as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive and respectful communication, and professional appearance

• Holds and communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior

• Attends staff meetings and IEP Meetings as requested by the district

• Meets expected standards of professional behavior

• Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed by administration

• Communicates effectively with parents when needed

• Provides individualized and small group instruction as prescribed in the daily instructional plans

• Maintains a professional and positive rapport with parents/co-workers/administration/School Board

• Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals and volunteers

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher required

• Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state, contract or district

• One year of experience, preferred

• Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility for safety, wellbeing, or work output of other people

• Ability to read and implement instructional plans, correspond with parents and administration, and effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, parent, students, staff members, and the general public as requested

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable

• 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

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• 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.