Collaborative for Educational Services 97 Hawley Street NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060 Company Description: We are a non-profit educational service agency, committed to reaching and educating learners of all ages, and experienced in working with educators to help students learn and succeed. Founded in 1974, we are governed by representatives from our 37 member school districts in Hampshire and Franklin Counties. We work with children, youth and adult learners; families; schools, districts, and educators; and community members in the Pioneer Valley and across Massachusetts to create and improve educational opportunities both in and out of the classroom and ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Students are at the heart of our work. We are a community of innovative and effective professionals dedicated to improving education. We know that everyone is a learner from the day they are born, and we know how to create classrooms and other environments in which every learner can flourish. We know how to reach, inspire, support and educate children, youth and adults, and we help others to do the same. CES directs major initiatives in Early Childhood, Special Education, After School Programs, Professional Development, Educator Licensure, Technology in Education, Social Justice in Education, English Learner Education, and the education of vulnerable youth. Salary Range: Location: Per Year NORTHAMPTON MA Job Type: Category: Full Time Education/Training Education Level: Work Experience: Bachelor's Degree Preference: Required 5+ Preference: Required Skills/Certifications/Licences: Description: The CES professional development seeks a full time Curriculum and Instruction Specialist Special Education Concentration. We are looking for a dynamic individual with experience designing and delivering professional development programs that adhere to the DESE standards for quality professional development. We seek an individual with at least 8 years of experience teaching special education. We seek an individual with expertise working with para-educators, and co-teaching. The preferred candidate will have experience with the state turnaround practices as well as experience with inclusive practices. This position requires an individual who enjoys working in a fast paced environment, values collaboration and would enjoy working with a variety of school districts (urban, rural and suburban) It is crucial that this individual be a life long learner who is interested in constantly acquiring new skills to improve their professional practice. Interested candidates must apply through the CES web-site. Click on the link below to apply today! https://www.collaborative.org/employment/curriculum-and-instruction-specialist-special-education-concentration Requirements: