SY18-19 Empowerment Zone High School History/Social Studies Teacher
- Employer
- Springfield Public Schools
- Location
- Springfield, MA, US
- Salary
- Based on collective bargaining unit salary schedule
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- Job Category
- Teaching, Social Studies Teacher
- Grade Level
- High School
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SY18-19 Empowerment Zone High School History/Social Studies Teacher
Grade Level: 9-12
Start Date: Summer 2018, TBD
Location: SEZP
About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
In 2015, the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Springfield Public Schools partnered to form the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP). SEZP is committed to ensuring that the middle and high schools in "The Zone" are engaging environments where teachers receive the supports they need to grow professionally, and students have the opportunity to acquire the academic and personal skills to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
Each SEZP school has the autonomy to craft and implement its own, unique vision for success and receives support from an ecosystem of national-caliber partners. Furthermore, Teacher Leadership Teams at each school ensure that teacher voice is heard and that there is strong communication between school administration and staff.
Teaching in SEZP
SEZP is seeking educators who are excited to work in a collaborative, engaging, diverse, and high energy environment. We are seeking team players committed to the SEZP mission, high expectations, and their own professional growth.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Appropriate content/program area educator license (history) and grade level (high school) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Desired Skills
A track record of success working with students and proven expertise in high school English social studies instruction
High expectations for self and others, and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectations
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to build strong relationships with students and families
Commitment to professional growth and regularly seeking out opportunities to improve instructional practice
Belief and alignment with SEZP's core beliefs and philosophy, including the belief that each and every child can excel academically
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage interrelated tasks
Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish)
Benefits
SEZP offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; salaries for new teachers start at $49,000. Teachers in SEZP qualify for benefits (personal/sick days, health insurance, etc.) offered to other teachers in the Springfield Public Schools.
Positions will be filled on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please contact sezp@springfieldempowerment.org with any questions.
Primary Location: Empowerment Zone
Salary Range: Based on collective bargaining unit salary schedule
Shift Type: FT - Full Year
Job Contact Information:
Name:
Title:
Phone:
Email:
Grade Level: 9-12
Start Date: Summer 2018, TBD
Location: SEZP
About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
In 2015, the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Springfield Public Schools partnered to form the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP). SEZP is committed to ensuring that the middle and high schools in "The Zone" are engaging environments where teachers receive the supports they need to grow professionally, and students have the opportunity to acquire the academic and personal skills to succeed in the college or career of their choice.
Each SEZP school has the autonomy to craft and implement its own, unique vision for success and receives support from an ecosystem of national-caliber partners. Furthermore, Teacher Leadership Teams at each school ensure that teacher voice is heard and that there is strong communication between school administration and staff.
Teaching in SEZP
SEZP is seeking educators who are excited to work in a collaborative, engaging, diverse, and high energy environment. We are seeking team players committed to the SEZP mission, high expectations, and their own professional growth.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Appropriate content/program area educator license (history) and grade level (high school) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Desired Skills
A track record of success working with students and proven expertise in high school English social studies instruction
High expectations for self and others, and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectations
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to build strong relationships with students and families
Commitment to professional growth and regularly seeking out opportunities to improve instructional practice
Belief and alignment with SEZP's core beliefs and philosophy, including the belief that each and every child can excel academically
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage interrelated tasks
Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish)
Benefits
SEZP offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; salaries for new teachers start at $49,000. Teachers in SEZP qualify for benefits (personal/sick days, health insurance, etc.) offered to other teachers in the Springfield Public Schools.
Positions will be filled on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please contact sezp@springfieldempowerment.org with any questions.
Primary Location: Empowerment Zone
Salary Range: Based on collective bargaining unit salary schedule
Shift Type: FT - Full Year
Job Contact Information:
Name:
Title:
Phone:
Email:
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