Anticipated - Special Ed Teacher - Middleton, MA; Department of Youth Services | SEIS

Job Description

NOW HIRING - SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER | Department of Youth Services | The Collaborative for Educational Services (CEIS) | Full-Time | 185-Day Contract | 2026/2027 School Year

CES is a mission-driven nonprofit providing quality education to at-risk youth enrolled in DYS programs. We are hiring passionate Special Education Teachers to join a supportive, structured environment where educators can focus entirely on what matters - student growth.

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.

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

• 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.

• Licensed in Moderate Disabilities (5-12), or actively working toward certification.
• Experience 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.
• Commitment to equitable, student-centered education.

* CES is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply.