Middle School Special Ed Teacher - Belonging & Growth

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus in addition to base salary

Relocation award for candidates from regions beyond western Massachusetts

Job summary

A progressive education organization in Springfield, MA, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for grades 6-8. You will provide rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, build strong relationships with students, and engage families as partners. Applicants should have teaching experience and a Massachusetts teaching license. This role offers a competitive salary up to $96,864.45, along with recruitment incentives like signing bonuses and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the middle or high school level is essential.
• Must possess a valid license for the appropriate subject level.
• Ability to support diverse learners through effective instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction using effective strategies.
• Build strong relationships with students based on respect and high expectations.
• Engage families through regular communication.

Skills

Experience teaching at the middle or high school level

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency

Demonstrated ability to support a range of learners

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license

Job description

A progressive education organization in Springfield, MA, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for grades 6-8. You will provide rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, build strong relationships with students, and engage families as partners. Applicants should have teaching experience and a Massachusetts teaching license. This role offers a competitive salary up to $96,864.45, along with recruitment incentives like signing bonuses and relocation assistance.