Lead. Teach. Inspire. Transform.
Are you an experienced educator ready to step into a leadership role that balances administrative oversight with direct student impact? We are seeking a Teaching Coordinator to serve as a teacher-leader at the center of our educational programming. In addition to direct teaching duties, this on-site leadership position supports connections between educators and clinical program staff, ensuring that our strengths-based approach translates into real-world student outcomes.
What You'll Do
- Plan and provide daily instruction, modeling high-quality teaching practices for teaching staff while directly supporting student learning.
- Act as the primary educational liaison on-site, making independent, professional decisions to strengthen program effectiveness and foster a collaborative "one-team" culture between education and residential staff.
- Support staff development and coordinate onsite training to ensure every educator is equipped to succeed.
- Oversee diverse student learning tracks, including HiSET/GED prep, diploma pathways, and career/vocational exploration, and fostering programming that is culturally responsive and personalized.
- Lead the administration of state-mandated testing, manage student records, and maintain rigorous compliance with all agency policies.
- Support youth self-advocacy skills for transition and discharge meetings.
We provide:
- Real Support: We offer robust classroom support, including behavioral staff and clinical services.
- No Lunch Duty: Focus on what matters most—teaching.
- Stability & Growth: Competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and membership in the Massachusetts Teacher Retirement System (MTRS).
- Work-Life Balance: A traditional school calendar with an optional summer session.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training from seasoned professionals.
- Ability to handle interruptions and maintain productivity.
- Ability to work with diverse personalities.
- Skilled in working both independently and collaboratively.
- May be subject to locked settings where the threat of verbal abuse and physical violence exists. Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
- Employees are expected to follow CES Workplace Safety Standards and DYS Workplace Safety Standards.
Terms of Employment
- Full-time, 185 day contract, CES/DYS School Calendar
- Monday - Friday, 8 hours/day
- Salary Range: $67,350 to $92,200.
- Starting salary will depend on level of licensure, education and experience.
- Teachers are part of a bargaining unit represented by SEIU 509.
- Benefits available as outlined in the CES Employee Handbook
Ready to lead the way in education?
Come teach with us and help us create a future where every student is seen, heard, and supported.
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
- Experience in education and leadership roles
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage student records and testing procedures
- Commitment to a culturally responsive learning environment
- Experience with state education compliance
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.
