Affective Needs Autism Teacher (SPED)

About the role

The Middle School Special Education Teacher position supports a standalone autism classroom. The teacher will manage a caseload of approximately 10–13 students, with the district aiming to maintain caseloads closer to 10. Candidates must be comfortable leading and directing 2–3 paraprofessionals while providing specialized instruction and support to students with autism.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 10–13 students
• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with autism
• Lead and direct 2–3 paraprofessionals

Requirements

• Valid state teaching certification (Special Education preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
• Minimum 1 year of teaching or classroom experience preferred

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with autism
• Ability to lead and manage a caseload of students
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Direct Deposit
• Travel Benefits (as applicable)

Pay

• Hourly Rate: $55.00
• Estimated Total Contract Earnings: $74,250

Schedule

• 37.5 hours per week
• Contract Length: 36 weeks
• Start Date: July 27, 2026

About Amergis

Amergis Educational Staffing is a leading provider of home healthcare, medical-related staffing, travel nursing, and population health and wellness services across the United States. For more than 25 years, Amergis has been making a difference in the lives of employees, caregivers, and patients. Our commitment to customer service, improving patient care, and staffing experienced healthcare professionals continues to create rewarding career opportunities across the healthcare industry.

Why Work With Amergis?

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

CO Specific Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

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.