High School History Teacher (Anticipated Openings 2026-2027)

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive professional development opportunities

Career advancement within the district

Job summary

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership is seeking a highly qualified educator for a teaching position in History for grades 8-12. The role involves planning and instructing classes, as well as assessing student accomplishments. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree with the necessary licensing; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Competitive salaries and career advancement opportunities are provided. The Springfield Public Schools promotes a discriminative-free work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified with required competency in the content area.
• Hold a valid educator license in History for grades 8-12.
• Commitment to professional development and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Instructs assigned classes and plans tailored programs.
• Creates a conducive learning environment.
• Assess students' accomplishments regularly and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Competency in subject area

Classroom management

Professional growth commitment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Duties

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• 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.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
• 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.
• Strives by instruction and action to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents as deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the SPS a 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.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
• Takes an active part in the contractually approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
• Attends 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.
• Contributes to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well‑being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area.
• Appropriate content/program area educator license (History) and grade level (8‑12) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license.
• Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and benefits, including comprehensive professional development opportunities and career advancement within the district.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Additionally, the district prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.