Employment at HEC: updated September 4, 2008

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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Fax: 413-584-8217

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

State-wide Opportunities

NEW SEIS - Special Education in Institutional Settings
Hampshire Educational Collaborative (HEC) was awarded the SEIS contract by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE). Direct educational services under this contract begin in September. We still have a few Special Education Positions in Southeastern, Northeastern, Central MA and Boston Metro; and two positions at the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton: Registered Physical Therapist and Speech Language Pathologist. Start here.

NEW SEIS Coordinator for Department of Public Health in Canton, MA
Immediate opening for an experienced special educator to provide leadership and supervision in the delivery of special education services to students at the Department of Public Health site in Canton, MA. This position is part of a state-wide initiative for the provision of Special Education in Institutional Settings (SEIS). The Coordinator should have special education teacher licensure and/or administrator licensure; a minimum of 3-5 years successful teaching/supervisory experience in special education, with an emphasis on alternative programming; and a minimum of 1-3 years of success in staff leadership and supervision.

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.

NEW 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 Mass Opportunities

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 #581 Occupational Therapist (PT SPED) Experienced, MA licensed pediatric Occupational Therapist needed to work in our Northampton OT Center, 10 –19 hours/week. Minimum 3 years experience required; SIPT certification and Therapeutic Listening training desired. Job Description

NEW #582 Site Coordinator (PT AS) Dynamic leader needed to coordinate after school program at the Newton Elementary School in Greenfield. The Site coordinator is responsible for the daily management of the after school program including program design and implementation, and hiring, training, and supervising staff. The coordinator is responsible for ensuring fiscal and programmatic records are maintained, including data collection for state reporting requirements. This individual should have previous experience in managing programs for youth. Position requires approximately 20 hours of week for the school year. Program funded through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant.

NEW Grants Accountant (FT Admin)
Hampshire Education Collaborative is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Grants Accountant to provide primary support to the Grants Manager for the compliance and financial reporting of grants / contracts; and back-up support for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and related functions. This individual also provides infrastructure support for the Collaborative’s facilities. To be considered, a candidate must have an accounting degree or 4 + years of equivalent experience; be proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software packages; demonstrate strong organization, problem solving and time-management skills; and be able to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse personalities.

Teachers (FT DYS) DYS Teacher
Opening in Westfield for experienced teachers especially those able to handle multiple subject areas. Work with small groups of students in the juvenile justice system. License preferred; related majors considered (tuition-free licensure program available for eligible non-education majors). Exemplary professional development. Join our team and make a difference.

NEW #535 Occupational Therapist (SpecEd) in school-based program Fall positions
Provide direct integrated therapy in school settings; conduct evaluative programs and procedures; develop IEP goals relevant to students' needs, etc. Requires Bachelors degree and MA Registration/Licensure. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (SpecEd): 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.

#573 Paraprofessionals (FT SpecEd):
Assist in classrooms with students of varying needs. Preference given for individuals with college credits/degree and/or experience working with children with emotional, behavioral, learning or developmental disabilities. This is a unique opportunity for individuals exploring the teaching profession. Interviews will start immediately.

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/consultative integrated occupational therapy; conduct evaluative or management programs and procedures that are planned and designed by the registered physical therapist. Requires Associate degree in physical therapy and MA registration/licensure.

Southeastern MA Opportunities

Title One Reading Teacher (FT DYS) Taunton
Work with small groups of adolescents in secure residential settings within the Department of Youth Services system. Applicants must be licensed reading teachers or licensed teachers with some reading instruction experience. Familiarity with Title One regulations, procedures a plus.

NEW Teaching Coordinator (FT DYS) Plymouth
Fall opening in Plymouth program for MA DOE certified teacher who can also assist the Regional Ed Coordinator with overseeing and coordinating on-site education, staff development, etc. 2-5 years successful work with at-risk adolescents and demonstrated admin/ supervisory experience required. Exemplary professional development and administration support. Join our team and make a difference. Apply immediately.

Teachers (FT DYS) DYS Teacher
Opening in Plymouth for experienced teacher, especially those able to handle multiple subject areas including Sience, Life Skills, GED instruction. Work with small groups of students in the juvenile justice system. License preferred; related majors considered (tuition-free licensure program available for eligible non-education majors). Exemplary professional development. Join our team and make a difference.

Central MA Opportunities

NEW #465 TEACHERS
All subject areas. Immediate positions available for licensed English Teacher in the Worcester/Westboro areas to work with small groups of students within the juvenile justice system. Apply to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Hampshire Educational Collaborative HR-465, 97 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA 01060. We welcome ALL qualified applicants. EOE/AA/A www.collaborative.org

Title One | Reading Teacher
NEW #461 Title One Reading Teacher (FT DYS) Worcester
Work with small groups of adolescents in secure residential settings within the Department of Youth Services system. Applicants must be licensed reading teachers or licensed teachers with some reading instruction experience. Familiarity with Title One regulations, procedures a plus.

NEW #463 TEACHER – Vocational Instructor - Immediate opening in Westboro. Resumes being accepted from MA Licensed teachers with a minimum of 5 years experience to work with small groups of students within the juvenile justice system. Exemplary professional development. Join our team and make a difference.


Boston MA Opportunities

NEW HIV / AIDS Prevention Counselors
Provide prevention focused training, education, counseling, testing to high risk adolescents within the juvenile justice system. BA/BS in health ed or related field required; license preferred. Reliable transportation essential.

NEW Teaching Coordinator (FT DYS)
Fall opening for MA DOE certified teacher who can also assist the Regional Ed Coordinator with overseeing and coordinating on-site education, staff development, etc. 2-5 years successful work with at-risk adolescents and demonstrated admin/ supervisory experience required. Exemplary professional development and administration support. Join our team and make a difference. Apply immediately.

NEW Teachers (FT DYS) DYS Teacher
Openings in Boston Metro programs for experienced teachers licensed in Math, Science and ELA, especially those able to handle multiple subject areas. Work with small groups of students in the juvenile justice system. License preferred; related majors considered (tuition-free licensure program available for eligible non-education majors). Exemplary professional development. Join our team and make a difference.