Job Location: 28C-DYS - Southeast Secure Detention - Taunton, MA 02780, Education Level: 4 Year Degree,
Salary Range: $59,523.00 - $84,303.00 Salary, NOW HIRING — SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER | Department of Youth Services | The Collaborative for Educational Services (SEIS) | Full-Time | 2026/2027 School Year | 185 Day Contract
This is a role working as a Special Education Teacher at the Department of Youth Services Southeast Detention Center in Taunton, 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 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 2-6 students, dedicated behavioral support staff, and access to Instructional coaches and year long professional development, 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. There is the potential for flexibility in your hours/schedule based on students needs.
✔ 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.
Qualifications: 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.
✔ Multilingual and/or multicultural candidates desirable.
✔ 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.
