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Amergis Special Education Teacher – $55/hr – Rockford, IL – Full School-Year Assignment in Rockford, Illinois
Special Education Teacher – $55/hr – Rockford, IL – Full School-Year Assignment
Position Overview:
The Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction to students in kindergarten through grade 12 under the direction of the Special Education Program Administrator. This educator delivers individualized academic and behavioral supports, collaborates with school teams, and ensures services are implemented according to each student’s IEP.
Assignment Details:
Location: Rockford, IL
Start Date: April 1, 2026
Duration: 1 full school year
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay Rate: $55/hour (local or travel)
Modality: In-person
Openings: 15 positions
Bonus: $1,500 sign-on bonus (paid at spring break) + $500 completion bonus at end of school year
Details of Assignment:
All positions are self-contained classrooms
Multiple grade levels available: early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school
Classrooms will be opened based on incoming hires, offering flexibility in age group and assignment
Educators will support students with varying academic, behavioral, and functional needs
Virtual interview required
Responsibilities:
Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained SPED environment
Implement IEPs, accommodations, and modifications
Support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals
Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and administrative staff
Complete documentation, progress notes, and family communication as required
Participate in IEP meetings, team planning sessions, and staff collaboration
Requirements:
Valid state teaching license (Special Education certification preferred)
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience working in self-contained or special education settings preferred
Comfortable working with a variety of needs and grade levels
CPR, TB screening, and health certificate if required
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years old
Contact Information:
Cyrus Vess
National Recruitment Manager
813-371-5185
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.