Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department: Department of Youth Services Education Initiative
Title: Teacher
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Teaching Coordinator
Supervisor: Regional or Assistant Regional Education Coordinator
Salary: Union Scale

Essential Functions:
Plan and deliver in-person effective, high quality, culturally responsive, and explicit

instruction to youth placed under the care of DYS
Productively engage in all professional development and training and implement

knowledge, skills, and methods promoted
Implement instructional and assessment strategies, curriculum, and all other identified

instructional materials, curriculum guides, and related resources promoted by CES
and/or DYS as directed

Support the development and implementation of multiple pathways for learning,
including, as appropriate, High School equivalency preparation (HiSET/GED), diploma,
post-secondary coursework, career readiness, and vocational development.

Use students' education background and related information to plan, co-plan, teach, and
co-teach (as appropriate), including IEP goals and objectives, 504 plans, EYF education
and career goals, learning style information, education assessment packet, etc.

Demonstrate the soft skills necessary for student success, including establishing high
but achievable expectations, encouraging a love for learning, listening to others, being
flexible and capable of adjusting to novel situations, showing empathy, being culturally
responsive, embedding and encouraging higher order thinking along with teaching
foundation skills, having a positive regard for students and promoting a growth mindset

Utilize effective classroom management skills and strategies (clear norms, rules, and
procedures; proactive classroom management; effective instruction) to create a
classroom climate that maximizes learning and promotes a positive mood and tone

Administer state mandated tests (MCAS, GAIN, etc.) within the educational setting and
ensure the level of security and confidentiality required

Administer various assessments, surveys, and evaluations to students as indicated by
their supervisor and maintain accurate and complete student records, including grades,
attendance, AGR, etc. (Aspen, JJEMS, other) as directed by CES and/or DYS and in
accordance with all applicable laws and regulations

Provide a personalized and culturally responsive approach to education, including
utilization of such strategies and methods as blended learning, G-Suite, student-teacher
conferences, “advisories,” portfolio development, education and career planning, student
voice, etc.

Curate student learning experiences using G-Suite/Google Classroom and/or other
online resources (Edgenuity) as directed by the supervisor

Develop and maintain mini-unit plans and associated lesson plans in assigned core
content area(s) and have available for review at all times, including plans for substitutes
to follow as may be necessary

Participate in up to three (3) parent/teacher conference evening open houses and
engage parents/guardians in supporting youth success as directed

Maintain an effective, creative, and balanced learning environment that meets the needs
of all students.

Provide educational leadership in the absence of the program based Teaching
Coordinator, as indicated by regional supervisor or designee.

Collaborate with site team in scheduling, integration of curriculum, and behavioral
procedures

Maintain effective/positive relationships with CES, DYS, provider agencies, and all other
colleagues and supervisors

Substitute in classrooms as needed in coordination with the Regional Education
Coordinator and/or Assistant Regional Education Coordinator.

Demonstrate the soft skills necessary for student success, including establishing high
but achievable expectations, encouraging a love for learning, listening to others, being
flexible and capable of adjusting to novel situations, showing empathy, being culturally
responsive, embedding and encouraging higher order thinking along with teaching
foundation skills, having a positive regard for students and promoting a growth mindset

Participate in all staff development indicated by supervisor
In conjunction with the Regional and/or Assistant Regional Education Coordinator and

instructional coach, develop and meet professional growth plan goals, including
continued licensure

Maintain inventory of all classroom equipment and curriculum materials
Monitor appropriate computer use using tools provided for doing so (e.g. NetRef) and

conduct security audits of student history as directed
Comply with all policies and procedures of host agency and CES

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Assume any additional responsibilities as directed by the Executive Director or designee

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University
Current Massachusetts secondary level teacher licensure (8-12; 5-12) in one or more of

the following core content areas aligned to teaching assignment: e.g. Math,
English/Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Reading.

Additional grade levels (5-8) in the corresponding subject area is allowable for a duration
of up to two years while the employee secures upper grade level certification

Strong written and oral communication skills
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle or method for attending trainings or other

meetings as required at locations throughout the state
Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement for core content teachers pursuant

to ESE regulations

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree from an accredited College or University
Successful teaching experience with adolescents placed at-risk

Physical Demands:
Ability to multi-task and respond to demanding job duties with a positive mindset
Must be able to enter, exit, and move through and between classrooms and program

locations throughout the day. At some locations this will mean moving between floors.
Must be able to communicate and converse effectively in real time with youth and adults

from multiple backgrounds and cultures
Must maintain situational awareness, including awareness of student activity and

communication in fast-paced secure residential treatment settings
Requires the ability to effectively handle job stress in the performance of duties
Ability to curate teaching and learning through Google Classroom, Meet, and/or Zoom as

well as other blended learning tools and software technologies

Work Conditions:
Ability to handle interruptions and maintain productivity
Ability to work with diverse personalities
Skilled in working both independently and collaboratively
May be subject to locked settings where the threat of verbal abuse and physical violence

exists. Possible exposure to communicable diseases
Employees expected to follow CES Workplace Safety Standards and DYS Workplace

Safety Standards and required COVID-19 prevention and mitigation protocols
Expectations require wearing a mask, using gloves when cleaning, attention to social

distancing guidelines, and complying with hygiene standards

Terms of Employment:
185/187 days per contract Monday through Friday – CES/DYS School calendar
8 hours per day with benefits according to CES Personnel Policies with limited evening

hours
Teachers are part of a bargaining unit represented by SEIU 509
Position is eligible for employer subsidized health, dental, life and LTD insurances, as

well as other benefits described in the CES employee handbook

CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse
range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates
whose backgrounds are well-suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse
student population we serve.