Saltonstall Planning Educator, INTERNAL SALTONSTALL STAFF CANDIDATE ONLY, Saltonstall K-8 School, Salem, MA SY2024-2025

 

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: Up to 2 hourly stipend positions for the remainder of the 24-25 school year (Feb 2025 - June, 2025. Approximately 1-2 hours per week at $45/hour. Potential opportunity for continued summer planning stipend.


Background: The Salem Public Schools vision for a middle school graduate, developed in partnership with students, families, and educators in 2023, states: “Powered by relationships, trust, and a sense of belonging, students will develop their identity, skills, and mindsets that empower them to navigate their learning, chart their course, and engage with their community to reach their academic and life potential.” To bring this vision to life, the middle schools in Salem have committed to reimagining the student experience. To scale key innovations of the pilot to the whole eighth grade, including 8th graders at Saltonstall, we are adding an additional role for supplemental planning by educators at Saltonstall K-8, coordinating closely with Collins Middle School and leading planning for Saltonstall K-8. 


Role Responsibilities: 

  • Lesson plan internalization and leadership for the implementation of reimagining middle school elements at Saltonstall K-8

  • Leading coordination and support of implementation of the work at Saltonstall

  • Weekly support calls with Dean of Innovation and/or Innovation Manager

  • On-site supervision of part time paraprofessional supporting Saltonstall K-8, including management of materials and prep for learning immersions and studio lessons

  • Support the Dean of Innovation and Innovation Manager to ensure the day-to-day life of the middle school is successful 

  • Other tasks determined in collaboration with the Dean of Innovation and Innovation Manager 

Qualifications: 

  • Internal Only - current, active SPS educator in grades 7-8 at Saltonstall K-8

  • Commitment to the district’s strategic vision for reimagining middle school

  • Strong commitment to cultural proficiency and the district’s core values of belonging, equity, and opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer

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