Elementary Classroom Teacher
Young World Physical Education, Springfield, MA, United States
Job Details
Job ID:
5647722
Application Deadline:
Jun 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Position Type:
FT - School Year
Salary:
$54,541 to $88,258 BU Salary Schedule
DUTIES
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
Prepare for assigned classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of the individual or student groups involved.
Strive by instruction and action to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Diagnose learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of district specialists as required.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Follow the SPS code of conduct for the classroom, developing rules of classroom behavior enforced fairly and justly.
Plan and supervise assignments for paraprofessionals, and make written evaluations as required.
Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements and personal professional expectations.
Take an active part in the contractually approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
Attend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; meetings to be held during the extended day.
Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.
Contribute to decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Highly qualified with required competency in the content area.
Appropriate content/program area educator license (Elementary) and grade level (1‑6) 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.
Contact Information
Danielle Delgado, Principal
Brightwood Elementary School
Phone: (413) 787-7238
Email: Delgadod@springfieldpublicschools.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools also prohibits sex discrimination and sexual harassment in any educational program or activity it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.
The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413‑787‑7100 ext. 55325, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com. For inquiries about Title IX, refer to the Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.
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. 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.
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Job ID:
5647722
Application Deadline:
Jun 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Position Type:
FT - School Year
Salary:
$54,541 to $88,258 BU Salary Schedule
DUTIES
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
Prepare for assigned classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of the individual or student groups involved.
Strive by instruction and action to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Diagnose learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of district specialists as required.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Follow the SPS code of conduct for the classroom, developing rules of classroom behavior enforced fairly and justly.
Plan and supervise assignments for paraprofessionals, and make written evaluations as required.
Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements and personal professional expectations.
Take an active part in the contractually approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
Attend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; meetings to be held during the extended day.
Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.
Contribute to decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Highly qualified with required competency in the content area.
Appropriate content/program area educator license (Elementary) and grade level (1‑6) 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.
Contact Information
Danielle Delgado, Principal
Brightwood Elementary School
Phone: (413) 787-7238
Email: Delgadod@springfieldpublicschools.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools also prohibits sex discrimination and sexual harassment in any educational program or activity it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.
The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413‑787‑7100 ext. 55325, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com. For inquiries about Title IX, refer to the Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.
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. 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.
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