Elementary Special Education Teacher; grade 1

Elementary Special Education Teacher (grade
1)

Springfield Public Schools – Benjamin Swan Elementary School – Springfield, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Open until Filled.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the designated locations and times.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates objectives to students for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Prepares for assigned classes and provides written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations and the needs of students or student groups.
• Strives to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals, objectives and performance expectations.
• Assesses students’ accomplishments regularly; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents as necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and regulations.
• Diagnoses learning challenges of students regularly and seeks assistance of district specialists as needed.
• Protects students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the district code of conduct and establishes fair classroom behavior rules.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals and makes written evaluations as required.
• Engages in professional growth that satisfies district requirements and personal expectations.
• Participates in the teacher evaluation process and reaches mutual agreement regarding results.
• Attends building and district meetings and promotes communication and decision-making among staff.
• Participates in school-sponsored activities such as Back‑to‑School Night, Open House, etc.
• Contributes to district and building decisions regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well‑being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area.
• Appropriate content/program area educator license (Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities) and grade level (PreK‑8) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license, or
• Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years.

• Salary: $54,541.40 to $88,258.60 (based on district salary schedule).
• Full-time position (School Year).

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, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

• Catherine Roberts, Principal – Benjamin Swan Elementary School
• Phone: (413) 787‑7526
• Email:
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