Job Posting: Special Education Teacher – Village East Elementary (Aurora, CO) Location: Village East Elementary, Aurora, CO Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:15 AM–3:30 PM Hours per Week: 37.5 Contract Length: 20 weeks Start Date: March 2, 2026 Setting: ILC – Severe Needs Classroom (K–5) Openings: 1 About the Role Village East Elementary is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students in an Intensive Learning Center (ILC) serving grades K–5. This classroom supports 10–13 students with severe needs and includes three SPED Techs in the room for additional support. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, you will: + Provide specialized instruction aligned with student IEPs + Support students with significant academic, behavioral, and functional needs + Collaborate with paraprofessionals, general education teachers, and school teams + Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized student programs + Offer tutorial assistance and consultation to support inclusive practices This role is ideal for educators who thrive in a structured, collaborative, and high-impact environment. Minimum Requirements + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred) + Valid state teaching certificate as required by district/state regulations + Active SSP License required + One year of teaching experience preferred + Preferred certifications: + Standard Elementary Teaching + Standard Secondary Teaching + Standard Special Teaching + Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement + Compliance with all professional standards of practice + Current CPR certification (if applicable) + TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable) + Current health certificate (per state or contract requirements) + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age 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. **CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, 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.