Academic Intervention Teacher/English Language Arts/Math

BENJAMIN SWAN ELE SCHOOL; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 56,450 - 91,347; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking an Academic Intervention Teacher specializing in English Language Arts and Math to support students in the Springfield, MA area. The role focuses on implementing intervention strategies to help learners master core subjects and progress toward district outcomes.

Starting date is immediate. Requirements include Massachusetts licensure in ELA/Math at the appropriate grade level and a bachelor’s degree with license; a Master’s degree is preferred within five

Qualifications

• Must hold MA DESE licensure for English Language Arts or Math at the appropriate grade level.
• Bachelor’s Degree with valid teaching license for MA.
• Master’s Degree with content area license is preferred and expected within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual needs, interests and abilities.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Guides learning toward district curriculum goals and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
• Prepares for classes and documents preparation as required by contract.
• Uses varied instructional techniques and media aligned with location resources and student needs.
• Implements district educational philosophy and performance expectations.
• Assesses student progress regularly and communicates with parents as needed.
• Maintains accurate records in compliance with laws and district policies.
• Diagnoses learning challenges and engages district specialists when needed.
• Protects students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Follows SPS conduct policies and enforces classroom rules fairly.
• Plans and supervises paraprofessionals and provides evaluations as required.
• Maintains ongoing professional growth to meet district requirements and personal goals.
• Contributes to teacher evaluation processes through collaboration.
• Attends meetings to support staff communication and decision-making.
• Participates in school activities and events as scheduled.
• Contributes to district and building decisions on budget, facilities and curriculum.

Skills

Highly qualified

Curriculum alignment

Lesson planning

Assessment & reporting

Education

Massachusetts DESE licensure (English Language Arts/Math)

Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license

Master’s Degree with content area license preferred

Job description

Academic Intervention Teacher/English Language Arts & Math

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Job Details

Job ID: 5830128

Application Deadline: Jul 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have proven record of success implementing English intervention strategies.

JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible, and productive citizens.

Responsibilities

1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
2. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
3. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
4. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
5. Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
6. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
7. Strives by instruction and action to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
8. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents as deemed necessary.
9. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
10. Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
11. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
12. Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
13. Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.
14. Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
15. Takes an active part in the contractually‑approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
16. Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
17. Attend established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.
18. Contribute to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well‑being.
19. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Qualifications

1. Highly qualified with required competency in the content area.
2. Appropriate content (English) and grade level (elementary, middle, or high school) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education at the appropriate grade level.
3. Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license.
4. Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and expected within 5 years.

Position Type

FT - School Year

Salary

$56,450.40 to $91,347.60 BU Salary Schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Non-Discrimination Employment Statement

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

Notice of Sex Non-Discrimination

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Title IX Contact

Title IX Coordinator: Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, [e-mail].

Discrimination Policy

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination.