Van Sickle Academy - Teachers: Middle School Life Skills; Summer Program

Van Sickle Academy – Teachers:
Middle School Life Skills (Summer 2026) Program Job Details

Job : 5688447

Final date to receive applications: May 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: May 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Title: Teachers:
Middle School Life Skills (Summer 2026) Program (contingent on enrollment, funding, and programming)

Application Period: April 13, 2026 – May 29, 2026. Apply on MYSPS under the Summer School Building Based tab.

Reports To: Building Principal or designee.

Funding: Various.

Salary: $50.00/hour working with students; $29.10 prep time.

Program

Schedule:

July 6–30, 2026, 8:00 am–1:45 pm.

Work Schedule: July 6–30, 2026, 7:30 am–2:00 pm.

Teachers are required to attend mandatory training with Summer Coordinator and the Program Coordinator Staff Meeting (date to be selected by Coordinator).

Coordinated by School Program Coordinator, responsible for training Summer School Staff on curriculum and expectations.

• Report to the Head Teacher, Special Education Supervisor, and the Principal.
• Keep student attendance records and follow up with absenteeism.
• Provide timely information to families and students.
• Prevent regression through academic and/or gross motor and/or social skills instruction as outlined in the students’ IEPs.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Assume responsibility for the office and clerical work associated with this Extended Year Program.
• Communicate student attendance and retention of skills during the Extended Year program to the students’ 2024‑2025 schools.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Head Teacher of this summer program.

• Preference given to teachers currently employed in the Life Skills Program in Springfield Public Schools.
• Ability to modify curriculum and accommodate students as needed.
• Facility in implementing students’ IEPs to meet their individual needs.
• Ability to manage classroom staff and work with other professionals to provide a quality educational experience.
• Professional communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and staff pool.

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

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Matthew Sullivan, Principal
• Van Sickle Academy
• Phone: 413‑750‑2887
• Email: sullivanmat