Springfield Success Academy (SSA) Evening Diploma Program Educators

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)

APPLICATIONS: Please submit a letter stating your interest in the position and how your background and experience fits the addition include a resume not to exceed three pages. Please submit your letter and resume Rhonda Jacobs Director of Springfield Success Academy by August 14 2026

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 districts 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 years 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 24000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3^rdlargest 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 are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at.

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 the U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights at 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 ext. 55325.

Springfield Public Schools sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX please refer to

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