Springfield Success Academy (SSA) Evening Diploma Program Educators

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking educators for the Springfield Success Academy Evening Diploma Program to guide adults completing high school.The positions require 4pm–8pm sessions, two days per week, Aug 31, 2026 to May 20, 2027, at 37 Alderman St, with potential travel to partner sites.

Pay ranges from $35 to $50 per hour (student-facing and prep). Must be SPS-licensed and comfortable working with at-risk learners in a district committed to equity.

Qualifications

• Currently an SPS licensed educator.
• Experience teaching in afterschool/extended instructional time programs (e.g. Credit Recovery, Summer School).
• Willingness to work at alternate sites with partnering organizations.

Responsibilities

• Instruct adult students returning to high school to earn a diploma.
• Plan a program of study meeting student needs and abilities.
• Create a conducive learning environment and communicate clear objectives.
• Assess student progress and provide reports as required.
• Utilize varied instructional techniques and media to meet location needs.

Skills

Licensed educator

After-school program experience

Adult education

Education

SPS license

Job description

Springfield Success Academy (SSA) Evening Diploma Program Educators

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Job Details

Job Description

Educator (up to 15 positions including: ELA, Math, Science, SPED, ELL, History, Art, Edgenuity)

LOCATION: 37 Alderman St, Springfield MA 01108 (some alternate sites working with community partners)

REPORTS TO: Rhonda Jacobs, Director

SALARY: $50/hr student-facing time

$35/hr prep ( non student-facing time)

FUNDING SOURCE: DESE Grant ( Adult Basic Ed)

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Thursday August 31, 2026- May 20, 2027

4pm - 8pm (each educator will work 2 days, with a possibility of rotating sessions dependent on enrollment) Educators will be notified 2 weeks prior to the start of each session if their continued services are needed based on program needs.

Staff working at community partner sites will work 2 days/ week 2 hours per day

Each session will run for 7 weeks. Classes will be 7 weeks with an additional week of up to 4 hours for closing out the current session and prep for the upcoming session.

DUTIES:Educators will instruct adult students who are returning to high school with the intention of earning their high school diploma.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals and establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strives by instruction and implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives, and performance expectations.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents as deemed necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently an SPS licensed educator.
• Previous experience teaching in an afterschool program and/or other extended instructional time programs (e.g. Credit Recovery, Summer School, Coach, etc.)
• Willingness and excited to work with the at-risk adults in a collaborative, engaging, diverse, and high energy environment.
• Must have received an overall proficient rating on previous year’s SEEDS evaluation.
• Willingness to work at Alternate sites with partnering organizations

If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you would be applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you [e-mail] .

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator,[e-mail] , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights athttps://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325,[e-mail] .

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website,www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer [e-mail]

Position Type: FT - Full Year
Salary: $35 to $50 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Leslie Sarna , Assistant Principal
• SPRINGFIELD SUCCESS ACADEMY
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 37910
• Email: [e-mail]

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