Special Education Teacher | Autism Support | $40/hr | Full-Time | Phoenix, AZ | Sep 2025May 2026

Special Education Teacher | Autism Support | Phoenix, AZ

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support an autism classroom for grades 512 in Phoenix, AZ. This full-time, in-person role begins ASAP and runs through May 21, 2026, offering a competitive rate of $40/hour.

Position Overview

• Location: Phoenix, AZ

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: May 21, 2026

• Schedule: MondayFriday

• Hours: 40/week (exact hours TBD by campus)

• Modality: In-person

• Interview: Virtual

Classroom Details

• Autism support classroom for grades 512

• Caseload: 12 students or fewer

• Classroom support: Typically 23 paraprofessionals

• Strong candidates must be comfortable working with behavioral needs

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction and support for students with autism

• Collaborate with general education staff and participate in IEP development

• Provide tutorial assistance and consultation

• Maintain compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines

Minimum Requirements

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

• Valid Arizona teaching certificate (ADE SPED License required; Alt Cert not accepted)

• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

• Minimum one year of teaching experience (preferred)

• CPR certification, TB clearance, and health certificate as applicable

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

To apply or learn more, contact: Cyrus Vess Recruiter | Amergis Staffing davess@amergis.com 813-371-5185

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.