Van Sickle Academy - Teachers: Middle School LLD (Summer 2026) Program

Springfield Public Schools • Springfield, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This announcement is for a Middle School LLD (Summer 2026) Program Teacher position at Van Sickle Academy, contingent on enrollment, funding, and programming. The program is scheduled to run from July 6, 2026, to July 30, 2026. Teachers will be responsible for instructing students, preventing regression through academic and life skills instruction as outlined in IEPs, and managing classroom duties. The role also involves communication with families, students, and the students' regular school year staff, as well as performing personal hygiene assistance as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to modify curriculum and accommodate students as needed.
• Facility in implementing students’ IEPs to meet their individual needs.
• Ability to manage classroom staff and work with other professionals to provide a quality educational experience.
• Professional communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and staff pool.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to teachers currently employed in the Life Skills Program in Springfield Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to Head Teacher, Special Education Supervisor, and the Principal
• Keep student attendance records and follow up with absenteeism
• Provide timely information to families and students
• Prevent regression through academic and/or gross motor and/or social skills instruction as outlined in the students’ IEPs
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Assume responsibility for the office and clerical work associated with this Extended Year Program
• Communicate student attendance and retention of skills during the Extended Year program to the students’ 2024-2025 schools.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Head Teacher of this summer program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed