Special Education Teacher – $55/hr – Scappoose, OR – In-Person – 5 MonthsPosition Overview: The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, provides high-quality instructional and behavioral support services to special education students in grades K–12. This educator collaborates with the instructional team to plan, implement, and monitor individualized student programs, including specialized instruction, academic support, and consultation with general education staff. Assignment Details: Location: Scappoose, OR Start Date: 02/16/2026 End Date: Approximately 5 months Schedule: Monday–Friday Hours: 40 hours per week Pay Rate: $55/hour Modality: In-person Openings: 1 position Details of Assignment: + Supports a 5th-grade student with significant behavioral and medical needs (severe behaviors, seizure disorder, Pica, dysregulation, non-verbal communication). + Primary assignment is one student; assignment includes push-in/inclusion classroom support. + Responsibilities include case management (IEP updated for the year; only ongoing notes required). + Provides hands-on support for elopement, aggression (hitting/kicking/biting), toileting, seizure monitoring, AAC device usage, and Pica-related safety. + Role requires strong experience with high-needs students and a calm, patient demeanor. Responsibilities: + Provide specialized instruction and behavioral support for a high-needs student within an inclusion-based environment. + Collaborate with educational staff to implement individualized programs and strategies. + Deliver intervention aligned with the student’s IEP goals and behavioral needs. + Maintain documentation, progress notes, and updates to IEP components as needed. + Support general education staff with accommodations and instructional strategies. Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred + Valid state teaching certificate as required + Minimum one year of teaching experience preferred + Preferred Certification Types: + Standard Elementary Teaching + Standard Secondary Teaching + Standard Special Teaching + Preferred Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) + Must comply with all professional standards of practice + CPR certification if applicable + TB screening and health certificate per state or contract guidelines + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Contact Information: Cyrus Vess National Recruitment Manager 813-371-5185 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. #LI-JD5