Make a Difference in the Classroom. Make an Impact for Life.

Hillcrest Educational Centers is a private, not-for-profit agency providing individualized clinical, psychological, and special education services to children, adolescents, and families throughout Berkshire County, MA, and the Northeast.

Our students have a wide range of complex psychiatric, behavioral, and developmental needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders. We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher (Moderate and Severe Disabilities) who is passionate about helping students overcome challenges, discover their strengths, and reach their full potential.

At Hillcrest, teaching goes beyond academics. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that creates a structured, supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to grow, build confidence, and succeed.

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Salary Range: $56,475 To $73,396 Per Year

BENEFITS BEYOND THE ORDINARY

• We will pay for your PDP's. Many can be earned online within our Learning Management System that contains over 400 training topic
• Generous Paid Time Off
• HEALTH INSURANCE, DENTAL and VISION INSURANCE
• 40% OFF Gym membership at Bousquet Sport for our full-time employees
• TUITION ASSISTANCE REIMBURSEMENT to support you earning a college degree. We reimburse up to $425 per credit hour. Whoa! That's up to $1275 per 3 credit course!
• STUDENT LOAN PAY DOWN PROGRAM to reduce your college loan debt
• EMPLOYER PAID LIFE INSURANCE
• WELLNESS PROGRAM CREDIT of $500 for individuals plans and $1000 for family plans to reduce your health insurance costs
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM to support you through stressful times in life
• Hillcrest has it's own dental office where you can make payment through payroll deduction if needed
• 403B RETIREMENT PLAN to help you save for your financial future
• CHILD CARE REIMBURSEMENT paid quarterly to you (up to $2400 paid annually/$600 per quarter)
• Two weeks of orientation training will support you in your new role
• Professional development offered through workshops, conferences, and quarterly department training days.'

Position Summary:

Develops, implements, reviews and improves the educational program for students; ensuring that the education or service plans are in compliance with agency polices and the Department of Education regulations. Foster a safe and creative environment conducive to learning in which the students are able to achieve success based on interests and abilities both academically and socially.

Educational Requirements:
Bachelors Degree Required. A Masters Degree highly desired.

Experience:
Experience working in a special education setting working with children highly desired.

Licenses or Certification:
License in grade-level appropriate Special Education, Moderate Disabilities, Severe Disabilities or Subject Area is preferred. If not licensed, must be eligible for an initial waiver, enroll in license track coursework, and make sufficient progress (Academic & MTEL) towards licensure to maintain waiver status.