Special Education Teacher – Up to $65/hr – La Quinta, CA – Full-Time Position Overview: Amergis is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide quality services to special education students under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator. The teacher will support preschool-aged students through specialized instruction, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and implementation of individualized student programs. Assignment Details: + Location: La Quinta, CA + Start Date: February 10, 2026 (ASAP) + Contract Length: Remainder of the school year (approximately 6 months) + Schedule: 35 hours/week + Monday–Friday, 7 hours/day + Modality: In-person + Pay Rate: + Mild/Moderate: $50–$55/hr + Moderate/Severe: $60–$65/hr + Openings: 1 + Interview Type: In-person + Grade Level: Preschool + Classroom Setting: + Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Role Responsibilities: + Deliver specialized instruction to preschool students with disabilities + Participate in planning and implementation of individualized education programs + Provide instructional support, tutorial assistance, and consultation to general education staff + Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including SPED administration + Maintain compliance with all educational and documentation requirements Credentials & Qualifications: + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred) + Valid state teaching certificate as required by state or contract + Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Teaching Credential / Educational Specialist Credential + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement (preferred) + Minimum of one year of school-based teaching experience (required) + Experience supporting preschool students required + CPR certification (if applicable) + TB screening and health clearance (as required) + Must comply with all professional standards of practice + 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.