Special Education Teaching Associate at Amergis Westport, CT

Special Education Teaching Associate

Location:

Bristol County, MA

Start Date:

Immediate

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 32.5-35 hours/week
School Year:
Compensation:
Up to $35/hour

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs? Amergis Educational Staffing is teaming up with schools across Bristol County to offer a unique pathway for individuals with a bachelor's degree and classroom experience to step into a teaching role under a waiver — an ideal opportunity for those working toward licensure in special education.

As a Special Education Teaching Associate, you'll play a vital role in supporting students with individualized learning plans. You'll lead instruction, implement behavior strategies, and collaborate with educators to foster inclusive and engaging classroom environments.

• Providing instruction in one-on-one, small group, and whole-class settings
• Developing and executing IEP goals
• Leading and mentoring paraprofessionals
• Tracking and documenting student progress and behavior
• Supporting daily classroom routines and transitions
• Partnering with teachers and specialists to meet student needs

• Experienced in working with students facing emotional, behavioral, or learning challenges
• Proficient in behavior management and de-escalation techniques
• Comfortable writing IEP goals and monitoring progress
• Calm, adaptable, and collaborative
• Dedicated to inclusive education and student success

• Bachelor's Degree (required)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum requirement)
• CPR certification, TB test, and health clearance (as applicable)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements

• 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.

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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.