Impactful High School Special Education Teacher

Springfield Public Schools (Massachusetts); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks a highly qualified educator for grades 5–12 with appropriate licensure in moderate disabilities. The role emphasizes instructional planning, diverse teaching strategies, assessment, and collaboration with district specialists to support student success.

The district offers competitive salaries, professional development, and a commitment to equity and excellence.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of district curriculum goals and communicates clear objectives to students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to meet student needs.
• Strives to implement the district's philosophy of education, goals, objectives and performance expectations.
• Assesses student progress and provides reports; communicates with parents as needed.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Diagnoses learning challenges and seeks district specialist assistance as required.
• Protects students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows district code of conduct and enforces rules fairly.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals and writes evaluations.
• Maintains ongoing professional growth to satisfy district requirements and personal goals.
• Participates in the teacher evaluation process and promotional decisions.
• Attends meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making.
• Attend school events as agreed in the contract.
• Contributes to district and building decisions on budget, facilities, curriculum, and staff wellbeing.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Education

Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license

Master's Degree with appropriate content area license (preferred)

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education licensure (Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities)

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks a highly qualified educator for grades 5–12 with appropriate licensure in moderate disabilities. The role emphasizes instructional planning, diverse teaching strategies, assessment, and collaboration with district specialists to support student success.

The district offers competitive salaries, professional development, and a commitment to equity and excellence.