DYS - Summer positions (All Content Areas) (Worcester/Westborough) (2754)
Location: Westborough/Worcester, MA
Dates: July 13th – August 13th (5-Week Program)
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6 hours per day
Positions Available: 6
Content Areas: All
The Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) is seeking passionate, equity-minded teachers to join our Summer School program. We serve adolescents (ages 14-20) within the Department of Youth Services (DYS) residential system.
If you value social justice, compassion, and patience, we want to talk to you about joining our community this summer.
Why Teach With Us?
- Small Class Sizes: Impact lives through personalized instruction with an average of only 5 students per class.
- Total Support: Focus on teaching while dedicated behavior support staff assist you in the classroom.
- Creative Freedom: A flexible curriculum that allows you to engage students in meaningful, relevant ways.
- Path to Career: Successful summer educators have the potential to join our team for full-time positions in the Fall.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle or method for attending trainings or other meetings as required at locations throughout the state
Preferred Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts secondary level teacher licensure (8-12; 5-12) in any content area.
- Successful teaching experience with adolescents placed at-risk
- Minimum workday: 6 hours per day, exact start and end times depend on program.
- Optional: You may elect an additional two hours per week for planning/prep (on-site or off-site).
- Licensed Teachers: $44.10 per hour
- Non-Licensed Summer Only Staff:: $37.00 per hour
(Teaching License is preferred, but not required for all positions.)
We are looking for both experienced and aspiring teachers who are ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of at-risk youth. If this sounds like you, fill out your application today!
CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates whose backgrounds are well-suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student population we serve.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
- Current Massachusetts secondary level teacher licensure (8-12; 5-12) in any content area
- Successful teaching experience with adolescents placed at-risk
What We Do
Collaborative for Educational Services is a non-profit educational service agency committed to reaching and educating learners of all ages. It works with educators to help students learn and succeed, addressing gaps in programs and services with high-quality, research-based solutions.
