Special Education Teacher

Collaborative for Educational Services; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Behavioral staff support on-site

No evenings or weekends

Phone-free classrooms

Professional development

MTRS eligibility

Optional summer program

Job summary

Collaborative for Educational Services in Greenfield, MA is hiring a Special Education Teacher for youth up to age 22 in a structured CHC program./licensure required or in progress in Moderate Disabilities 5-12; commitment to student growth and equity is essential.

Classes are small (seven students max) with on-site behavioral staff support; schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM, with prep time built in and no after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University.
• Massachusetts teacher licensure in Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities 5-12.
• Demonstrated commitment in teaching high risk youth.
• Committed to social justice and equity for students and adults alike.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Trauma-informed instruction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Massachusetts teacher licensure in Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Masters Degree in Education or related field

Job description

GREENFIELD Special Education Teacher - Greenfield, MA (County House of Corrections)

ABOUT THIS ROLE

CES is a mission-driven nonprofit providing quality education to at-risk youth enrolled in CHC programs. We are hiring Special Education Teachers for youth up to age 22 to join a supportive, structured environment where educators can focus entirely on what matters - student growth. If you're licensed in Moderate Disabilities (5-12) or are working toward certification, we'd love to hear from you! We’re looking for educators who are patient, adaptable, and deeply committed to making a difference. With class sizes of seven or fewer students, dedicated behavioral support staff, and a flexible curriculum, you will have real tools to make a lasting difference without the burden of after-hours demands.

COMPENSATION $59,523 - $84,303 annually | Competitive benefits included | Licensure & MTEL fee support available

WHAT WE OFFER

• Consistent schedule - Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM. No evenings, no weekends.
• Small class sizes - 7 students maximum, with dedicated behavioral staff support on-site.
• Strong work-life balance - little to no after-hours work, with built-in prep time every day.
• Phone-free classrooms - fewer distractions, higher engagement for all.
• Professional development - hands‑on training, clear licensure pathways, and in‑house advancement support.
• MTRS‑eligible positions - qualifying roles for the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System.
• Optional summer program - additional paid opportunity available, fully optional.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Licensed in Moderate Disabilities (5-12), or actively working toward certification or strong interest in supporting at-risk youth in alternative settings.
• Patient, adaptable, and trauma-informed approach to instruction.
• Collaborative mindset - comfortable working alongside behavioral and clinical staff.

CES is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage candidates from All Backgrounds, Experiences, And Identities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University.
• Massachusetts teacher licensure in Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities 5-12.
• Demonstrated commitment in teaching high risk youth.
• Committed to social justice and equity for students and adults alike.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multilingual And/or Multicultural Candidates Desirable.
• Masters Degree in Education or related field.