What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Curriculum Coordinator position at NFI Massachusetts, Inc.?
NFI Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a part-time High School Curriculum Coordinator to support curriculum development, instructional quality, and academic programming within the Evolutions 1 & 2 Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) in Westborough, MA. This position works closely with educational leadership and instructional staff to ensure curriculum alignment with Massachusetts standards while supporting students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs in a therapeutic educational setting.
Essential Responsibilities
- Lead the development and alignment of grades 9–12 curriculum with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks
- Support teachers through instructional coaching, classroom observations, and professional development
- Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based instructional practices
- Analyze student performance data to support instructional planning and student achievement
- Collaborate with school leadership, clinicians, and SEIS partners to support cohesive educational programming
- Assist with selection of curriculum materials, instructional resources, and educational technology
- Ensure compliance with DESE regulations, SEIS requirements, and agency policies
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related field
- Massachusetts DESE licensure in a secondary subject area
- Minimum of 5–8 years of secondary teaching experience
- Strong communication, collaboration, leadership, and organizational skills
- Administrative or Curriculum Specialist licensure/certification preferred
- Experience in therapeutic, residential, or alternative education settings preferred
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning frameworks preferred
Position Details
- Salary: $50–$75 per hour, commensurate with experience. This position is expected to average approximately 10 hours per week, with increased hours anticipated during the initial curriculum development period.
- Part-time position
- Specialized school setting within a secure DMH IRTP program
- This position is not eligible for participation in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS).
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.
Salary : $50 - $75