Executive Director – Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative Southeastern Massachu

Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative (SMEC) is seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Executive Director to serve as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Collaborative. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the successful candidate is responsible for the overall planning, development, operation, and performance of the organization, and will inspire, lead, guide, and direct all administrative, supervisory, instructional, and support staff in achieving the highest standards of excellence.

The Executive Director ensures that each individual enrolled in the Collaborative is provided with an academically complete, socially meaningful, and personally rewarding education commensurate with their needs.

• Minimum of five years of central office experience with a focus on special education and/or district administration.
• Minimum of five years experience teaching or other relevant direct care experience with students with special needs.
• Earned Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership or an allied field;
  Advanced degree preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as an Administrator of Special Education and/or Superintendent of Schools.

$150,000 – $170,000, depending on experience and subject to negotiation.

This is a year-round position. Benefits Eligible (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurances, 457b/403b). This position qualifies for the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System (MTRS). Local travel between programs is required to support students and staff at different school buildings.

Please review the complete job description and required qualifications at SMEC Careers page: /

Interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place during the weeks of March 23rd and March 30th.

To ensure full consideration and confidentiality, please submit all application materials by 12:00pm on March 9, 2026 via email to:

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Audrey Rodrigues
Human Resources Manager

• A cover letter indicating interest in the position;
• A current resume;
• A minimum of three recent letters of professional reference;
• College transcripts indicating degrees earned;
• Documentation of professional licensure.