Special Education Teacher Salem, OR – In-Person

Special Education Teacher – $60/hr – Salem, OR – In-Person – 7 Months

Position Overview

We are seeking Special Education Teachers to provide quality services to students in specialized classroom settings. Under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator, this role involves planning and implementing individualized programs, providing special instruction, and collaborating with general education staff to support student success.

• Location:
  
  Salem, OR

• Start Date:
  
  February 1, 2026

• End Date:
  End of school year (approximately 7 months)

• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday (varies by school)

• Hours:
  
  37.5 per week (30-min unpaid lunch)

• Duration: 7 months

• Pay Rate: $60/hour

• Modality:
  In-person only

• Openings: 4 positions

• Interview:
  With building principals and SPED coordinator

• Floating Requirement:
  Mileage reimbursement if traveling between schools

• Lead classroom instruction and assist students with special education needs

• Provide group and 1:1 support as needed

• Participate in ARDs and maintain compliance with all regulations

• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and multidisciplinary teams

• 2 positions: K–2 Developmental Classroom (Caseload: 13–15, 6 IAs, behaviors include hitting, kicking, spitting, biting)

• 1 position:
  Elementary Behavior (Caseload: 15, 5 IAs)

• 1 position:
  Elementary Resource Room (split between 2 schools, Caseload: 45, 2 IAs, focus on reading, writing, math, social skills)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred)

• Valid Oregon teaching certificate (Special Education required)

• Minimum of one year teaching experience (preferred)

• Current CPR certification (if applicable)

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest X-ray (if applicable)

• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Cyrus Vess

National Recruitment Manager

• 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.

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.