Boyd has worked as an ed tech, special educator, assistant principal and principal during his 28 years as an educator. He has worked primarily within the public school system, but has also worked in day treatment and residential programs with students Pre-K through high school. In addition to his educational experience Boyd served four terms in the Maine Legislature as the Chairperson of the Transportation Committee and on numerous boards and organizations. He currently has an administrative role at East End Community School. At East End the students, staff and families value diversity, equity, relationships, growth and achievement, empowering students of the world for the world.