Special Education Teacher-SY 24-25

Special

Education Teacher - School Year 2024-2025

Lakewood, WA

Estimated start date 08.18.24

39 Weeks/37.5 Hours per week M-F

Recourse Room Elementary, Middle School, Pre-K,

Need Wa State Teaching Certificate W/ Sped Endorsement

Local Pay $ 55/Hour - Weekly Pay $2062/Week

Travel Pay $2229/Week (Wages $825+Allow. $1404)

For further information please contact Aurora (813) 829-0775)

Email Resume to auferrar@amergis.com

The Special

Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial

Education Program Administrator Provides Quality Services To Special

education students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special

Education Teacher has a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral

education staff.

Essential

Duties And

Responsibilities

Prepares Student

education plans in consultation withparents and department team members Supports learning for students who have a wide range oflearning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. Designs instruction, both individual and small group, whichparallels the general

education curriculum Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, socialworkers, and professionals to develop

educational plans designed to promotestudents'

educational, physical, and social development Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities Serves as the coordinator of individualize

education program(IEP) implementation with general

education staff Monitors student progress, participates in review andrevision of student’s IEP, as appropriate Maintains accurate student records Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide supportto students with disabilities Supports students in preparation for grade transitions andpreparing for life

skills Assess students’

skills and

educational needs and tracksstudent’s performance Discusses students’ progress with their other teachers Communicates to maintain positive relationships withstudents and their parents Follows School District policies and procedures

Minimum

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universitypreferred Valid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulations Minimum of one year

experience in teaching environmentpreferred State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferred State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferred State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teachingpreferred Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local

requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA

requirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication

skills; proficiency in theEnglish language 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 paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards 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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