Mission-Driven Middle School English Teacher

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation award

Job summary

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership in Massachusetts is seeking a middle school English teacher to begin on August 12, 2026. You will deliver standards-aligned instruction, support a sense of belonging, and help students prepare for high school and beyond.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, engagement with families, and active participation in coaching and professional learning communities within SEZP.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for Massachusetts DESE license in English for grades 6-8.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience teaching at middle or high school level.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction using research-based curricula and effective strategies.
• Build strong relationships with students and collaborate in co-teaching teams.
• Engage families as partners through regular communication.
• Participate in professional learning and contribute to school improvement.

Skills

Middle/High school teaching

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong instructional strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Massachusetts DESE license (English, grades 6-8)

Job description

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership in Massachusetts is seeking a middle school English teacher to begin on August 12, 2026. You will deliver standards-aligned instruction, support a sense of belonging, and help students prepare for high school and beyond.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, engagement with families, and active participation in coaching and professional learning communities within SEZP.