Job Opportunity: Education Coordinator at the Department of Children and Families (DCF) – Wakefield, MA

Hi Tufts community!

I’m an alum of Tufts and I wanted to share an exciting opportunity with you. I’m leaving my current position as Education Coordinator at the Department of Children and Families (DCF), and they’re looking for a new hire.

This role is a great fit for individuals interested in the intersection of mental health and education access, those curious about special education law, or anyone looking to transition away from the classroom but still work in an educational setting.

Position Details:

  • Title: Education Coordinator
  • Location: Hybrid (with office based in Wakefield, MA)
  • Focus Areas: Mental health, education access, special education law
  • Great For: Anyone interested in bridging education with social services, mental health, or policy

For more details, check out the full posting here. Feel free to email me at nkarmel898@gmail.com if you have any questions about the role or the work environment.

Thanks, and I hope this opportunity reaches the right person!

Best,
Naomi

Seeking a 1:1 Aide for Bright 3-Year-Old in Beacon Hill

Hello, Tufts community!

I’m reaching out to see if any Tufts graduate students are interested in an exciting and rewarding opportunity. I’m the head of an independent school in Beacon Hill, and we’re currently looking for a 1:1 aide for a bright, energetic 3-year-old boy.

Details:

  • Duration: Winter and Spring
  • Schedule: Ideally 5 mornings a week, but we’re flexible depending on availability
  • Role: Provide personalized support for this young child, assisting with daily activities and learning
  • Contract: The child’s family will directly contract with the aide and come to terms of employment

If you’re a graduate student who enjoys working with young children and has experience in early childhood education or special needs, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to the following phone numbers if you think you might be a good fit!

Thank you,
David
Head of School, Beacon Hill Independent School

Torit Montessori School (Infant – 6th grade)
300 Cambridge Street / Boston, MA 02114(857) 350-4840 (main) (857) 347-4253 (fax)
toritschool.org

Teacher Assistant (Elementary)

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

Do you have the love, drive and passion to help develop young minds and prepare them for the future?

Our Teacher Assistants are supported and work collaboratively with the classroom teacher, coaches, grade clusters, SPED, and specialists to ensure that Banneker students thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You will be working in a very high performing, high expectations school, predominantly serving students of color within a very inclusive school community.

Staff members are provided with a competitive salary, full benefits, and a working environment that includes the necessary technology and resources to succeed.

Most of all, you will join a team of like-minded professionals working to achieve the same mission. Teachers stay at the Banneker because it is a professional family, they can continue to work towards their professional goals, and they know they make an impactful positive difference in many children’s lives.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

  • Implementing the teacher’s lesson plans and maintaining daily classroom schedules
  • Assisting small group, whole class, or individual students
  • Using a variety of instructional and assessment strategies, as directed by the teacher, to meet individual student needs
  • Ensuring the well-being and safety of children at all times

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree required MA Certification highly desired
● Experience in elementary education preferred
● Effective oral, written communication and presentation skills
● Ability to collaborate with other staff
● Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Visit our website www.banneker.org for more information about the school community

As an equal opportunity employer, Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,400.00 – $42,700.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Assistant Teaching at Elementary School level : 2 years (Required)

We are interviewing candidates now

Contact: Barbara Brothers

After School Programs Director, Data and Compliance

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School 21 Notre Dame Avenue

Cambridge, MA 02140

617-497-7771
pronouns: She/her/hers

Long Term Substitute Elementary School Counselor (Chelmsford)

Chelmsford Public Schools is looking to hire Long Term Substitute School Counselor for this November-February.

Position: Long Term Substitute School Counselor
Location: Harrington Elementary School
Assignment Dates: November 14, 2024 through February 23, 2025 (dates are subject to change)

General Description: The Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking a skilled and dynamic School Counselor for the Harrington Elementary School (serving students in grades K-4) for a Long Term Substitute position. The School Counselor provides tiered school-wide student support through individual and small group counseling, PBIS and facilitation of social-emotional learning and social skills curriculum. The School Counselor will use a team approach and will work collaboratively to form partnerships with school staff, families and caregivers, and the local community in support of student success and well-being. School counselors adhere to, address, and practice all of the skills and competencies detailed by the MA Model for School Counseling and the American School Counselor Association National Model.

To view the full job listing and application next steps, click here.

Elementary Art Teacher (Boston Public Schools)

The Franklin D. Roosevelt K-8 School is a full inclusion school committed meeting the academic and social needs of the diverse learners in every classroom by providing a rigorous learning experience and enrichment opportunities. Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Visual Art Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders at the Roosevelt school in Hyde Park for the 2024-25 school year. This position is an anticipated vacancy; it is expected to be vacant by 10/18/2024.

To learn more, view the full job posting here.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher: Biology (Somerville)

Somerville High School is hiring a Long-Term Substitute Biology Teacher to work full-time from 1/6/25 to 4/11/25. To learn more about this opening, click here.

If you’re interested in applying, contact Marianna Hosking (Science Dept. Chair) at mhosking@k12.somerville.ma.us

School Psychologist (Holyoke, MA)

The Positive Regard Network (Chicopee/Holyoke, MA) has an opening for a School Psychologist. To learn more about this position, click here.

Holyoke Center School is a Full-Year private day school serving students ages 5-22 with a variety of special needs. Springdale Education Center (SEC) is an approved private school by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. SEC is an intensive, highly structured, therapeutic year-round day school which provides a range of educational, clinical, psycho-educational, behavioral and outreach services for youth ages 5-22. These students are challenged with serious mental health issues, have engaged in aggressive behaviors and have provided a significant challenge to caregivers.

If you’re interested, please contact Lisa M. Stancil, Human Resources Manager, at lstancil@positiveregard.com

High School Science Teacher (Connecticut)

The Frederick Gunn School is seeking candidates for a full-time science teacher position to teach during our 24/25 School Year (specifically Human Anatomy & Physiology and Biology — having flexibility in teaching and instilling scientific skills is prioritized). This is a small independent boarding school with 330 students located in Washington, CT. To learn more about the position and the school, please see the PDF below:

ScienceTeacherJobPosting20241

To apply, please submit the following materials in PDF format to hr@frederickgunn.org:

● Resume
● Cover letter
● Transcript(s)
● Two to four letters of recommendation

4th Grade Special Education Teacher (Somerville)

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (urban PK-12 public school located in Somerville and Cambridge) is hiring a 4th grade special education teacher/case manager to start immediately.

There are currently 9 students with IEPs in the 4th grade. This position would co-teach and co-plan with the 4th grade general education humanities and math teachers, and provide some small group support in phonics and math. They would participate in weekly special education department meetings, as well as weekly content department meetings.

The position will be at our Upper Elementary School campus, 17 Franklin Street in Somerville. Our hours are 7:30-3:30. We would be able to be flexible with licensure and could supervise a student teacher.

To learn more about this opportunity, please visit the job listing here. If you have any questions, please reach out to Alyssa Penney at apenney@phacs.org.