SYSpringfield Honors Academy High School Special Education Teacher

SY26-27 Springfield Honors Academy High School Special Education Teacher

Job : 5802559
Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jun 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Location:

Springfield Honors Academy, Springfield Innovation Schools

Grade Level: 9-12

Full Time

Start Date:

August 2026 (exact start date TBD)

Springfield Honors Academy is in search of a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our instructional team. The SpEd Teacher will serve as case manager for an assigned caseload of students and will be responsible for:

• Providing individualized, differentiated instruction to students with diverse learning needs;
• Collaborating with the Special Education Liaison to develop and manage Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Collaborating with general education teachers, related service providers and families to ensure cohesive support system
• Monitoring and documenting student progress
• Updating families and services providers on progress, challenges and interventions
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations
• Participating in IEP meetings, team meetings and professional development,
• Member of the STAT team

In addition to these responsibilities, the ideal candidate will be familiar with special education laws (IDEA) and behavior intervention plans; and be patient, have conflict resolution abilities and cross-cultural communication skills.

• 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, interest, 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, 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 action to 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 at deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the SPS a code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
• Takes an active part in the contractually
  -approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
• Attend established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.
• Contribute to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.