Special Education Teacher – $55/hr – Calumet City, IL – Full-Time Position Overview: Amergis is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide services for early childhood students in a Pre-K setting. The teacher will float between two Pre-K schools Monday–Wednesday and participate in meetings Thursday–Friday to create goals and support individualized programs. Assignment Details: + Location: Calumet City, IL + Start Date: January 5, 2026 + End Date: End of school year + Schedule: 32.5 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8:50 AM – 3:40 PM; 30-min unpaid break) + Modality: In-person + Pay Rate: $55/hr + Contract Length: 20 Weeks + Caseload: 28 students across two Pre-K classes + Duties: Special instruction, IEP goal development, collaboration with educational teams Amergis Offers: + Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance + 401(k) Program + Competitive weekly pay + Flexible scheduling + Direct deposit Minimum Requirements: + Valid Illinois teaching certificate with LBS1 and ECE endorsement + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred) + Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred) + CPR certification (if applicable) + TB screening and health clearance + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Contact Information: Cyrus Vess National Recruitment Manager Phone: 813-371-5185 Email: davess@amergis.com 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.