Human Resources

The Collaborative for Educational Services is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants. We adhere to all laws ensuring Equal Employment Opportunities/ Affirmative Action, and hire qualified personnel regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, disability, sex or sexual orientation. EOE/AA/A.

For more information, please contact:

Mary Knight, Human Resource Director
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Collaborative for Educational Services
97 Hawley Street, Northampton MA 01060
(413) 586-4900 x106 
(413) 584-8217 Fax

For current employment opportunities and application instructions, visit our Job Listings page. 

Employee Beneftis web-site:  MyBenefitsCount!

Benefits of working for the Collaborative include:

• Group Medical & Dental Insurance
  Full-time employees are eligible immediately for health and dental insurance for themselves, their spouse, and any children in the family. The Collaborative will pay an amount equal to 50% to 75% of the cost of the "traditional" plan currently offered, based on the coverage type selected (e.g. single, family etc.) and years of service with the Collaborative. Voluntary supplemental benefits are available for accident, cancer, and dental insurances.
• Disability Insurance
  The Collaborative provides long-term disability income protection in the event of a non-work-related illness or injury that extends beyond 90 calendar days. This insurance is offered at no cost to the employee. Short-term disability and pregnancy leaves are generally covered by the Collaborative's generous sick leave policy (1-1/2 days earned per month, cumulative to a maximum of 180 days). Voluntary short-term disability protection is available for full-time employees who need it.
• Life Insurance
  The Collaborative provides life insurance coverage in the amount of $10,000 for full-time employees. This insurance is offered at no cost to the employee. Voluntary group term life insurance protection is available for employees as well.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  The Collaborative makes available pre-tax flexible spending accounts for full-time employees. $5,000 per year can be earmarked to offset dependent care expenses (child or elder care). After one year of service, employees can put $200 - $2,500 per year aside to offset uninsured medical, dental and vision expenses.
• Leave Time
  Classroom staff employed for the school year or extended school year follow the vacation schedules established in the school calendar. All other employees, administrative and clerical, are entitled to two to five weeks paid vacation, based on years of service. Full-time employees are entitled to three (3) personal days each year. A generous sick leave benefit is available to insure the health and safety of students and staff. Accumulated days may also be used to care for ill or injured family members. In such cases, the provision of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) will apply when appropriate. In addition, employees are offered up to three (3) days for a death in the family and leave for jury duty summons.
• Retirement Programs
  Our employees do not make contributions to Social Security. Instead, employees contribute to one of the Commonwealth's plans for retirement. Employees who work less than 20 hours a week are enrolled in an OBRA plan, where they contribute 7.5% of compensation; teachers and other eligible professionals are enrolled in the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement system; and all other employees participate in the Massachusetts State Retirement System. In addition, all employees are eligible to contribute to one or more voluntary deferred compensation programs, where they can save from $10 and up each pay period toward their future financial security.
• College Savings Programs
  Employees are welcome to set up payroll deductions for voluntary programs such as Section 529 plans for college savings.
• Employee Assistance Program
  Employees are eligible for short-term counseling from the Wellness Corp. at no cost for themselves and immediate family members. This program is outside of the Collaborative and completely confidential. Support and referrals are available for work or family matters, debt counseling, legal problems, stress-related issues, substance abuse, etc.
• Training and Development
  Employees participate periodically in training activities and are encouraged to avail themselves of professional development opportunities.

The Collaborative specifically reserves the right to modify, change, or discontinue any portion of the benefits or policies provided from time to time at its sole discretion, and shall endeavor to communicate such changes to the employees in a reasonable manner. The description of the benefits and policies outlined above are summary statements only and are not intended to be definite. Additionally, employee benefits may vary based on grant funding and temporary employment. Employees are welcome to contact our HR specialist at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (413) 586-4900 Ext. 106 for answers to any questions concerning employee benefits, claim problems and work issues.

Employee Benefit web site: MyBenefitsCount!