Mental Health Special Educator
About the Employer
Special Education Teacher Department of Mental Health (Worcester Recovery Center)
Job Title (for context): special education teacher department of mental health (worcester recovery center) Now Hiring � Special Education Teacher - Department of Mental Health - The Collaborative for Educational Services (SEIS) - Worcester Recovery Acute Unit - Full-time - 2026/2027 School Year - 185 Day Contract
About This Role
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 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. Compensation
$59,523 � $84,303 Annually - Competitive Benefits Included - Licensure & MTEL Fee Support Available
What We Offer
- Consistent Schedule � Monday�Friday, 7:30 am�3:30 pm. No evenings, no weekends. - 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. 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
- Candidate May Have to Provide Services for Students at a Nearby Adult DMH Facility
*CES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We Strongly Encourage Candidates from All Backgrounds, Experiences, and Identities to Apply