SPED/ESE Teachers Needed in Land O Lakes, FL – $43/hr

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral education staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares student education plans in consultation withparents and department team members

Supports learning for students who have a wide range oflearning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.

Designs instruction, both individual and small group, whichparallels the general education curriculum

Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, socialworkers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promotestudents educational, physical, and social development

Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities

Serves as the coordinator of individualize education program(IEP) implementation with general education staff

Monitors student progress, participates in review andrevision of student’s IEP, as appropriate

Maintains accurate student records

Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide supportto students with disabilities

Supports students in preparation for grade transitions andpreparing for life skills

Assess students’ skills and educational needs and tracksstudent’s performance

Discusses students’ progress with their other teachers

Communicates to maintain positive relationships withstudents and their parents

Follows School District policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universitypreferred

Valid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulations

Minimum of one year experience in teaching environmentpreferred

State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferred

State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferred

State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teachingpreferred

Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Participation and completion of Amergis Competency programwhen applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language required

Computer proficiency required

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.

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.