Job Posting: Special Education Teacher – Widefield School District (Southern Colorado Springs, CO) Location: Southern Colorado Springs, CO Schedule: Monday–Friday Hours per Week: 37.5 Contract Length: Full 2026–2027 School Year Start Date: Beginning of the 26/27 School Year Positions Available: 18 Modality: SPED Teacher Specialty: Special Education About the Role Widefield School District is seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teachers to provide high-quality instructional and behavioral support to students in grades K–12. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, you will: + Deliver specialized instruction aligned with student IEPs + Provide tutorial assistance and academic interventions + Collaborate with general education teachers and multidisciplinary teams + Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized student programs + Support students across a variety of mild, moderate, and severe needs settings This is an excellent opportunity for educators who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative school environment. Contract Details + Full 2026–2027 school year + 37.5 student-contact hours per week + Weekly compensation + Full benefits package available + Local and travel options offered Before applying, please ensure you are eligible for a Colorado Teaching License with a Special Education Generalist Endorsement or can obtain one. Minimum Requirements + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred) + Valid state teaching certificate as required by district/state regulations + 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. #LI-JD5