Coordinator of Extended School Year Special Education Services (ESY) (Internal Candidates Preferred), Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2025-2026]

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

3d•$5,000 - $6,000

About The Position

Coordinator of Extended School Year Special Education Services (ESY) (Internal Candidates Preferred), Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2025-2026] About Salem Public Schools , where belonging leads to opportunity. Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 10 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity , and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan and core priorities on our website at https://salemk12.org/. Position Summary The Coordinator of ESY Special Education Services assists the Director of ESY in managing the specialized summer programming for Salem Public Schools (SPS). This role is vital to ensuring high-quality experiences for students with disabilities who require extended school-year services. The Coordinator supports the delivery of services in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) with a focus on direct specialized instruction for students from preschool through age 22. The Coordinator works under the direction of the ESY Director and in collaboration with district leadership to ensure strict compliance with IDEA and Massachusetts regulations while maintaining a culture of equity, high expectations, and proactive family engagement.

Requirements

Required Massachusetts teaching certification in Special Education
Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
3–5+ years of successful teaching and leadership experiences in special education, specifically working with students across a wide range of ages and abilities.
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement required.
Strong working knowledge of IDEA and MA special education regulations; proficiency in IEP software (eSped).
Exceptional oral and written communication skills; Bilingual proficiency (Spanish and/or Portuguese) is a significant plus.
Ability to walk around the premises, stoop, bend, climb stairs, and kneel.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or standing during program supervision.
Ability to occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; rarely up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred.
Bilingual proficiency (Spanish and/or Portuguese) is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director in supporting summer special education staff (teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers) to ensure all instructional activities are implemented with fidelity.
Assist with screening, hiring, and assigning summer program staff; help manage staff absences and coverage needs.
Support the delivery of targeted professional development and assist in facilitating staff meetings to ensure smooth program operations.
Provide informal feedback and support to special education staff to maintain high instructional standards.
Maintain accurate electronic student records and IEP databases (e.g., Frontline/eSped). Ensure all student files are complete and up to date.
Assist in managing attendance, incident and academic data
Support the implementation of positive behavioral supports (including ABA and social skills development) and ensure a safe, healthy environment for all students.
Maintain active, two-way communication with parents and families to address concerns, facilitate program access, and build community trust.
Work with the Director to coordinate program logistics, including supplies, scheduling, and coordination with other summer program sites.
Collect data and observations to assist the Director in making recommendations to improve future summer programming.