SirSkelton t1_j0x6tba wrote on December 20, 2022 at 2:03 AM

I teach HS math, husband teaches middle school special ed. In general in Mass, teachers get paid well (compared to most of the rest of the country) and most districts have strong unions. Because of this, it’s not as easy to find a job as it would be in other parts of the country. Not that it’s very difficult, it’s just a little competitive. That of course depends on the grade level/content you teach.

Is there any particular part of the state you’re thinking of moving to?

hamdenlocal OP t1_j0xas6a wrote on December 20, 2022 at 2:33 AM

I’d hope to work somewhere around the Boston suburbs. I’m also certain that is likely one of the more expensive spots in the state. I’d imagine it’s similar in terms of getting a job in NJ.

cowghost t1_j0zlhvx wrote on December 20, 2022 at 4:22 PM

Look at lynn.

SirSkelton t1_j10izgv wrote on December 20, 2022 at 7:57 PM

I live in southern MA (much closer to Providence than Boston) so I can’t tell you much about that area, but if it’s anything like near me the larger urban districts are pretty much always in need. You may even be able to find open positions right now in them. The smaller/wealthier districts are a bit more competitive.

Every district’s current contract should be at the site below. Obviously a lot to read through but when I was job hunting I skimmed them for salary, class size, prep load, etc.

https://profiles.doe.mass.edu/statereport/educatorcontracts.aspx