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SY26-27 Emergence Academy Science Teacher
Springfield Public Schools (Massachusetts)
Springfield, KSA
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
3 weeks ago
TeachingCurriculum DevelopmentClassroom ManagementData Driven InstructionFormative AssessmentCollaboration
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About the Role
Springfield Public Schools seeks a Science Teacher for the Emergence Academy to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to middle school students. The role focuses on fostering academic growth, building strong relationships, and contributing to a collaborative school community.
Key Skills for This Role
TeachingCurriculum DevelopmentClassroom ManagementData Driven InstructionFormative AssessmentCollaboration
Responsibilities
- Deliver rigorous, standards aligned instruction using research based curriculum and effective instructional strategies
- Ensure all students can access grade level content through thoughtful lesson design, scaffolding, and embedded supports
- Use student data and formative assessment to adjust instruction and promote academic growth
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students grounded in consistency, respect, and high expectations
- Contribute positively to school culture and collaborate with colleagues in co teaching teams and professional learning communities
- Engage families as partners through regular communication and shared problem solving
- Support students in developing skills, habits, and confidence for success in high school and beyond
- Participate actively in professional learning, coaching, and feedback cycles
Requirements
- Experience teaching at the middle or high school level
- Valid Massachusetts DESE educator license in appropriate subject and grade level
- Bachelor's degree
- Demonstrated ability to support a range of learners through strong instruction and relationship building
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred
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Role Overview
- Educators in the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership are responsible for ensuring that students have access to strong instruction, experience a deep sense of belonging in school, and are prepared for meaningful academic and life opportunities.
- SEZP educators serve as instructors, mentors, and collaborators. They contribute to school communities that value strong relationships, clear expectations, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver rigorous, standards aligned instruction using research based curriculum and effective instructional strategies
- Ensure all students can access grade level content through thoughtful lesson design, scaffolding, and embedded supports
- Use student data and formative assessment to adjust instruction and promote academic growth
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students grounded in consistency, respect, and high expectations
- Contribute positively to a school culture where students feel known, supported, and accountable
- Collaborate closely with colleagues, including participation in co teaching teams and professional learning communities
- Engage families as partners through regular communication and shared problem solving
- Support students in developing the skills, habits, and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond
- Participate actively in professional learning, coaching, and feedback cycles
- Contribute to the development of future educators by modeling strong practice, hosting residents or student teachers when applicable
- Uphold school wide expectations related to curriculum, assessment, and professional conduct
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal
Qualifications
- Experience teaching at the middle or high school level
- Valid Massachusetts DESE educator license in the appropriate subject and grade level required. Candidates not yet licensed may be eligible for a licensure waiver and are encouraged to apply
- Demonstrated ability to support a range of learners through strong instruction and relationship building
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred
- Bachelor's degree required
Benefits
- Selection as an educator in SEZP recognizes an individual for their outstanding vision, capacity, and commitment to students.
- Educators in SEZP are eligible for the same competitive benefits available to Educators in the Springfield Public Schools.
- Educators joining SEZP may also be eligible for recruitment incentives such as signing bonus and relocation award.
About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
- SEZP was established in 2015 as a collaboration between Springfield Public Schools, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and the Springfield Education Association.
- SEZP seeks to improve the longitudinal life outcomes of the more than 2,500 students in our 8 middle schools.
- SEZP combines district based public education with the flexibility of autonomous school models, granting schools meaningful control over curriculum, staffing, scheduling, and budgeting.
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