Elementary Special Education Teacher

About the role

We are seeking licensed Special Education Teachers to support students across K-12 grade levels in the Fall River, MA area for the 2026-2027 school year. These school-based positions offer the opportunity to work within a variety of specialized programs designed to support students with diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs. This is an excellent opportunity for educators looking to gain experience within a supportive district environment, with strong potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Deliver specialized instruction tailored to each student's learning needs
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals
• Maintain student progress and maintain required documentation and compliance records
• Support student access to the general education curriculum whenever appropriate
• Create a structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student success

Requirements

• Active Massachusetts DESE Special Education Teacher License
• Prior school-based special education teaching experience
• Experience working with students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs
• Strong collaboration, communication, and classroom management skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations
• Minimum of one year experience in teaching environment preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Secondary Teaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teaching preferred
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• 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

Benefits

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

Pay

$60-$65/hr based on experience

Schedule

Full-time school-year schedule: 32.5-35 hours per week

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

Interview Process

• Initial recruiter phone screen
• District/client interview

Important Requirement

Candidates must hold an active Massachusetts DESE Special Education teaching license to be considered for these opportunities.

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.