Middle School Special Education Teacher — Sign-On Bonus

Springfield Public Schools (Massachusetts); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation award

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking educators for the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) to teach grades 6–8.

Starting August 2026, the position offers a base salary up to $96,864.45, commensurate with experience, with signing bonus and relocation support.

SEZP emphasizes high-quality instruction, belonging, and ongoing professional growth, requiring a Bachelor's degree and Massachusetts licensure.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree and valid MA license with Moderate Disabilities endorsement.
• Ability to support a range of learners through strong instruction and relationships.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction.
• Ensure access to grade-level content through scaffolding and supports.
• Use data and formative assessment to adjust instruction.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Collaborate with colleagues; participate in co‑teaching teams.
• Engage families as partners through regular communication.
• Support student skills for high school and beyond.
• Participate in professional learning, coaching, and feedback cycles.
• Model best practice and host residents or student teachers when applicable.

Skills

Strong instructional delivery

Formative assessment

Student engagement

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts DESE Moderate Disabilities license

Licensure waiver eligible

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is seeking educators for the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) to teach grades 6–8.

Starting August 2026, the position offers a base salary up to $96,864.45, commensurate with experience, with signing bonus and relocation support.

SEZP emphasizes high-quality instruction, belonging, and ongoing professional growth, requiring a Bachelor's degree and Massachusetts licensure.