Our school system is large and diverse, with approximately 23,000 students, about 5,000 employees, and more than 60 schools. Along with strong basic skills programs, enrichment and extracurricular activities also add depth and scope to the overall educational program. Our pre-k to grade 12 curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all—not just some—of our students.
The Springfield Promise
Vision – Students Envisioning and Achieving their Success
Mission – The Springfield Promise is reimagining schools to:
Partner with families and the community as essential to student success;
Attract, develop, support, retain, and promote exceptional and diverse educators and staff;
Prioritize purposeful teaching, empowered learners, culturally responsive instruction, collaborative learning environments, and joyful and meaningful learning;
Empower students to grow as whole people; and,
Graduate students ready for success in college, career, and life.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Springfield Public Schools! The Springfield Public School district is committed to hiring a diverse pool of qualified educators, administrators, and non-instructional staff.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of America’s top midsize employers two years in a row
Offers competitive teacher salaries starting at $51,038 (Bachelors, no prior experience) and ranging from $55,401-$82,196 (Masters, 0-12 years prior experience)
Partners with local colleges & universities to offer discounted tuition and enrollment rates
Creates student-centered classrooms that leverage 1:1 technology to support student learning
Provides ongoing professional development and offers multiple career ladder opportunities
Springfield Public Schools is committed to providing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value and appreciate the voices of our students, parents, staff, and community. As we share our stories, we learn new perspectives from each other and begin to build our district into a culture of equity and proficiency. We encourage applicants to come and join our progressive team.
