Employment at HEC: Updated February 19, 2010

Hampshire Educational Collaborative is dedicated to empowering teachers and inspiring learners through its various programs. To do that we need a diverse mix of dedicated, qualified employees. HEC offers equitable salary, a full benefits package, professional development and an opportunity to make a difference. EOE/AA/A

Open position titles listed below are:

• Organized by region
• Coded to reflect the hiring program:
  SpecEd - Special Education
  SEIS - Special Education in Institutional Settings
  DYS - Department of Youth Service
  StudentSvs - Student Services
  LS - Learning Support
  AS - After School
  EC - Early Childhood
  ProfDev - Professional Development
  Admin - Administration

To apply for a position, please forward:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
  
• Application form and CORI authorization form
  (download as MS Word or PDF )

Mail, e-mail, or fax to the attention of HEC Human Resources:

HEC Human Resources
Hampshire Educational Collaborative/HR
97 Hawley Street
Northampton, MA 01060

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Phone: 413 586 4900 x106
Fax: 413-584-8217

Western MA | Northeastern MA | Central MA | Canton MA | Boston Metro | Southeastern MA

State-wide Opportunities

Substitutes
Ongoing need for all subject areas and all areas of the state. Applicants should have college credits/degree and/or experience working with nontraditional students.

Technical Vocational Education Coaches Intermittent hours, as needed, year round.
Unique position for retired or former vocational educators: Orient and coach teachers in the Department of Youth Services’ juvenile justice programs on how to use self-contained modular vocational kits with their students. The education modules cover topics of carpentry, electricity, painting and design technologies, plumbing, etc., and include lesson plans, student guides, tests, books, videos, software and equipment appropriate for the unit. Modules will be moved between programs in different areas of the region every 6 weeks or so. The candidate must have exemplary skills and broad experience in construction curricula; ability to lift 50 lbs; reliable vehicle and willingness to travel to programs. Ideally we would like to have coaches in each region of Massachusetts. Help us to help students to explore their ideas about career choices.

Western MassOpportunities

Teachers for after school program SES NEW
MA Licensed teachers needed in Gateway Regional (Russell Elementary), Pioneer Valley Regional (Northfield Elementary), Southwick/Tolland Regional (Woodland and Power Mill), Easthampton (White Brook) and Chicopee (Bellamy)school districts for computer-based after-school tutoring with a focus on Math and ELA, for elementary and middle school aged students. Supplemental Educational Services pay $25-30/hr to certified teachers only, for 1-4 hrs/week, imemdiately – May.

NEW 581 Occupational Therapist (SPED)
Part-time positions in Hampden and Hampshire Counties. MA license required, experience preferred. Provide direct/consultative integrated (in conjunction with classroom staff) occupational therapy, develop/implement IEP goals relevant to student’s needs. Conduct evaluative programs and procedures.

NEW #583 Speech/Language Pathologist – Hampshire and Franklin counties – PT and FT positions.
Provide direct integrated speech/language therapy; conduct evaluative programs and procedures; develop IEP goals relevant to student’s needs, etc. Requires Masters in communication disorders; certificate of clinical competence in the field; MA license and MA education certification. Experience with school age population preferred. Interviews will start immediately. Description
Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) / Practicum candidates and Interns welcome!

NEW #535 Cerified Occupational Therapy Assistant (SpecEd) in school-based program
Provide direct occupational therapy in school settings. Conduct programs and procedures that are planned and designed by the registered OT. Requires Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy and MA Registration/Licensure.

Registered Physical Therapist
21+ hours/week position – work with diverse students in school based programs. Comprehensive benefits; professional development opportunities; interdisciplinary and supportive environment. Certification and licensure required. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

#536 Vision /Mobility Specialist (SpecEd)
Provide direct and consultative services to students with visual impairments as designated in IEPs. Click here for full job description. Required qualifications include: Bachelors or graduate degree in education of the visually impaired, Massachusetts teacher licensure as Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) and a minimum of 2-5 years experience in the field.

#512 Math Professional Developer (PT/FT) (ProfDev)
Design and teach professional development courses and provide coaching to teachers. SummerMath training preferred. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

Northeastern MA Opportunities

Instructional Coaches (SEIS)
MA Licensed Special Education teaching professionals with expertise in moderate to severe special education needed to provide training and develop resources for other SEIS educators in the skills and strategies of effective instruction. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years teaching experience in alternative settings with above average evaluations; experience with assistive technology tools and strategies; strong background in coaching/working with adult learners. Travel in Eastern MA required – must have own vehicle and license to drive.

Canton, MA Opportunities / DPH Massachusetts Hospital School specialized facility for students with intensive medical need

Special Education Coordinator
Immediate opening for an experienced special educator to provide leadership and supervision in the delivery of education services to students at the Mass Hospital School in Canton. Coordinator should have special education teacher licensure and/or administrator licensure; a minimum of 3-5 years successful teaching/supervisory experience in special education; experience in special education working with students with intensive special needs; and a minimum of 1-3 years of success in staff leadership and supervision.

Registered Physical Therapist / Physical Therapist Assistant
Provide direct, indirect and consultation services to 25 day students, ages 10-22, that attend the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton MA. Day students matriculate with 75 other residential students and have ongoing access to educational services throughout the 144 acre campus. Physical therapy for day students emphasizes an integrated related services approach designed to promote progress with self-care, mobility, academic, work and age-appropriate social skills areas. Position requires eclectic clinical skills, strong collaboration among school/hospital personnel, and effective communication with parent, LEA and agency representatives. FT/40hrs/wk & competitive salary and benefits.

Southeastern MA Opportunities

Instructional Coaches
MA Licensed Special Education teaching professionals with expertise in moderate to severe special education needed to provide training and develop resources for other SEIS educators in the skills and strategies of effective instruction. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years teaching experience in alternative settings with above average evaluations; experience with assistive technology tools and strategies; strong background in coaching/working with adult learners. Travel in Eastern MA required – must have own vehicle and license to drive.

Central MA Opportunities

Instructional Technology Teacher - Westborough DYS

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable with the Mass. Technology Literacy Standards, be able to model effective teaching with technology, and collaborate/consult with teachers to develop appropriate, technology-rich lessons. Experience with "at-risk" youth preferred. MA licensed Teacher/Educator need only apply.

Evaluation Team Liaison - Westborough SEIS

Teacher / Horticulturist - Westborough
MA licensed Teacher/Educator needed to work with groups of youth involved with the Department of Youth Services in a greenhouse and garden in Westboro. Share experience /knowledge of the science /art of cultivating fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants; greenhouse management; and landscaping. Applicant must be motivated and able to manage young people and instill good business sense.

Boston MA Opportunities

Special Education Teacher Suffolk County House of Correction NEW

Instructional Coaches
MA Licensed Special Education teaching professionals with expertise in moderate to severe special education needed to provide training and develop resources for other SEIS educators in the skills and strategies of effective instruction. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years teaching experience in alternative settings with above average evaluations; experience with assistive technology tools and strategies; strong background in coaching/working with adult learners. Travel in Eastern MA required – must have own vehicle and license to drive.