Music Teacher Van Sickle Prep Middle Sch

Music Teacher Van Sickle Prep Middle Sch Job Details Job ID:5576489Application Deadline:Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)Posted:Mar 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date:To Be Determined JobDescription SY26-27 Van Sickle Prep Middle School Music Teacher GradeLevel: 6-8 Full Time Start Date: August 2026 (exact start date TBD) BaseSalary: Up to $96,864.45 and commensurate with experience Role OverviewEducators in the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership areresponsible for ensuring that students have access to stronginstruction, experience a deep sense of belonging in school, and areprepared for meaningful academic and life opportunities. SEZP educatorsserve as instructors, mentors, and collaborators. They contribute toschool communities that value strong relationships, clear expectations,and continuous improvement?for students and for adults. CoreResponsibilities Access to High-Quality Learning Deliver rigorous,standards-aligned instruction using research-based curriculum andeffective instructional strategies Ensure all students can accessgrade-level content through thoughtful lesson design, scaffolding, andembedded supports Use student data and formative assessment to adjustinstruction and promote academic growth Belonging and School CommunityBuild strong, trusting relationships with students grounded inconsistency, respect, and high expectations Contribute positively to aschool culture where students feel known, supported, and accountableCollaborate closely with colleagues, including participation inco-teaching teams and professional learning communities Engage familiesas partners through regular communication and shared problem-solvingOpportunity and Growth Support students in developing the skills,habits, and confidence needed for success in high school and beyondParticipate actively in professional learning, coaching, and feedbackcycles Contribute to the development of future educators by modelingstrong practice, hosting residents or student teachers when applicable,and supporting a culture of adult learning Additional ResponsibilitiesUphold school-wide expectations related to curriculum, assessment, andprofessional conduct Perform other duties as assigned by the PrincipalQualifications Experience teaching at the middle or high school levelValid Massachusetts Deparment of Elementary and Secondary Educationlicense in the appropriate subject and grade level (Mathematics)required. Candidates not yet licensed may be eligible for a licensurewaiver and are encouraged to apply Demonstrated ability to support arange of learners through strong instruction and relationship-buildingBilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred Bachelor?s degreerequired If you meet many?but not all?of the qualifications above, weencourage you to apply. SEZP values educators who are reflective,collaborative, and committed to continuous growth. We encourage you toreach out to us at if you have questions about the role oryour qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to applyBenefits Selection as an educator in SEZP recognizes an individual fortheir outstanding vision, capacity, and commitment to students.Educators in SEZP are eligible for the same competitive benefitsavailable to Educators in the Springfield Public Schools. Educatorsjoining SEZP may also be eligible for the following recruitmentincentives, which may be offered individually: Signing bonus in additionto base salary Relocation award for candidates from regions beyondwestern Massachusetts About the Springfield Empowerment ZonePartnership: While Massachusetts is consistently ranked as one of thetop states for education results in the country, we have one of thehighest and most persistent opportunity gaps. The SpringfieldEmpowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) - est

Created: 2026-04-04