Empowering Elementary Special Education Teacher

Springfield Public Schools (Massachusetts); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified educator to meet classroom instruction needs and advance district curriculum goals. The role requires planning, assessment, and strong collaboration with families and district staff.

The ideal candidate holds appropriate Massachusetts licensure for PreK-8 as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, plus a Bachelor's degree with a licensed credential; a Master's degree is preferred within 5 years.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with competency in the content area.
• Massachusetts content area educator license (PreK-8) preferred or required.
• Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; Master’s Degree preferred within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study to meet students' needs, interests, and abilities.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Guides learning toward district curriculum goals and communicates clear objectives for lessons.
• Prepares for classes and shows written evidence of preparation as required by contract.
• Employs varied instructional techniques and media suited to location and student needs.
• Assesses student progress and communicates with parents as needed.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and district policy.
• Diagnoses learning challenges and seeks district specialist assistance as required.
• Protects students and property; follows code of conduct and district policies.
• Plans and supervises paraprofessional assignments and documents evaluations.
• Engages in ongoing professional growth and participates in teacher evaluation processes.
• Attends district meetings and school activities as required by contract.
• Contributes to district decisions on budget, facilities, curriculum, and well-being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Education

Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license or Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license preferred

Massachusetts licensure (PreK-8) as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified educator to meet classroom instruction needs and advance district curriculum goals. The role requires planning, assessment, and strong collaboration with families and district staff.

The ideal candidate holds appropriate Massachusetts licensure for PreK-8 as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, plus a Bachelor's degree with a licensed credential; a Master's degree is preferred within 5 years.