Job Location: 144-SEIS - Suffolk County House of Correction - Boston, MA 02118, Education Level: 4 Year Degree,
Salary Range: $59,523.00 - $84,303.00 Salary,
NOW HIRING — Special Education Teacher | County House of Corrections | The Collaborative for Educational Services (SEIS) | Full-Time | 185-Day Contract | 2026/2027 School Year
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We are seeking a passionate educator for the Suffolk County House of Corrections in Boston, MA. 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 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 — 2-6 students.
✔ Access to instructional coaches
✔ 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.
Qualifications: WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
✔ 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.
✔ Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University
✔ Demonstrated commitment in teaching high risk youth.
✔ Committed to social justice and equity for students and adults alike.
✔ Masters Degree in Education or related field
Since 1974, the Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) has provided access to comprehensive, quality educational programs for our most vulnerable, at-risk children and youth, and trained teachers and administrators to provide programs of excellence.
CES is an education services agency that works to address gaps in programs and services with high quality, research-based, and collaborative solutions to ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve his or her full potential. We believe that the emotional and social development needs of children and youth must be addressed if they are to succeed in school, and consequently, in life.
The Collaborative works with 36 member school districts in Western Massachusetts, as well as schools, districts, educators and early childhood professionals beyond our member communities. We direct major initiatives in early childhood, special education, after school programs, professional development, educator licensure, educational technology, and the education of at-risk youth.
