Middle School Special Ed Teacher — Growth, Belonging

VAN SICKLE PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation award

Job summary

VAN SICKLE PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL in Springfield, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teacher for grades 6–8. This full-time position starts August 17, 2026, with a base salary up to $96,864.45, commensurate with experience.

The role emphasizes high-quality instruction, belonging, and collaboration within the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership. Candidates must hold a MA DESE license in Moderate Disabilities and a bachelor’s degree; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the middle or high school level
• Massachusetts license in Moderate Disabilities required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students
• Collaborate with colleagues in co-teaching teams and PLCs
• Engage families through regular communication
• Uphold school-wide expectations and professional conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency

Education

Massachusetts DESE license - Moderate Disabilities

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

VAN SICKLE PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL in Springfield, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teacher for grades 6–8. This full-time position starts August 17, 2026, with a base salary up to $96,864.45, commensurate with experience.

The role emphasizes high-quality instruction, belonging, and collaboration within the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership. Candidates must hold a MA DESE license in Moderate Disabilities and a bachelor’s degree; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.