Impactful Special Education Elementary Teacher

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified PreK-8 educator with the appropriate Massachusetts licensure for Students with Moderate Disabilities. The role emphasizes planning responsive instruction, assessing student progress, maintaining records, and collaborating with families and colleagues.

Join a district committed to equity, professional growth, and strong community partnerships, offering meaningful development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Appropriate license for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8).
• Bachelor’s Degree with a valid license; or Master’s Degree with license preferred within 5 years.
• Highly qualified with competency in the content area.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Guides the learning process toward district curriculum goals and communicates clear objectives.
• Prepares for classes and shows written evidence of preparation as required.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media suited to the class.
• Assesses student progress regularly and communicates with parents as needed.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Diagnoses learning challenges and seeks district support as needed.
• Protects students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the district code of conduct and enforces classroom rules fairly.
• Plans and supervises paraprofessional assignments and provides written evaluations.
• Maintains ongoing professional growth and participates in teacher evaluation processes.
• Attends meetings and participates in school activities per contract.
• Contributes to district and building decisions on budget, facilities, curriculum, and staff welfare.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Skills

Highly qualified

Education

Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license

Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license

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

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified PreK-8 educator with the appropriate Massachusetts licensure for Students with Moderate Disabilities. The role emphasizes planning responsive instruction, assessing student progress, maintaining records, and collaborating with families and colleagues.

Join a district committed to equity, professional growth, and strong community partnerships, offering meaningful development opportunities and a supportive work environment.