ELSA - Multilingual Learner Summer Academy Paraprofessional/Family Support, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY2025-2026]

Salem Public Schools • Salem, MA

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About The Position

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 11 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/ . What You’ll Do: As a Paraprofessional in the ELSA program, you are the "glue" of the summer academy. You will support classroom instruction, manage daily operations (arrival, lunch, dismissal), and play a critical role in family communication. You will assist the Site Coordinator in ensuring families stay informed and engaged while helping teachers deliver high-quality, student-centered English Language Development. Total Hours & Schedule (Summer 2026) Pre-Program Planning & Outreach: 15 hours total (Completed in June or earlier). Focus: Family communication, outreach, and attending the staff orientation meeting. Program Duration: 4 Weeks ( July 6th – July 31st, 2026 ). Summer Program Hours: 10 hours per week ( 40 hours total ). Daily Schedule: Monday – Thursday (Specific 2.5-hour daily shift to be coordinated with the Site Coordinator, e.g., 8:00 am – 10:30 am to cover arrival/instruction or 11:30 am – 2:30 pm to cover lunch/transition to camp harbor quest).

Requirements

• A deep commitment to students and families, viewing diversity as a powerful resource.
• High expectations for yourself and SPS students.
• The ability to build authentic, caring relationships with families and colleagues.
• A growth mindset and a willingness to collaborate in a feedback-rich culture.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalency required
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Second Language (Spanish) Proficiency is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ELSA teachers to deliver instruction during academic blocks.
• Lead small-group centers to help students master specific English language skills.
• Support students in 1:1 or whole-class models to ensure they stay focused and on-task.
• Assist in implementing accommodations and specialized instructional strategies.
• Provide coverage where needed - classroom, lunchroom, recess, etc.
• Assist the Site Coordinator with family outreach and maintaining open lines of communication with multilingual households.
• Monitor students during arrival, breakfast, recess, lunch, and dismissal.
• Assist staff in monitoring students during field trips and escorting students safely throughout the building or on/off buses.
• Facilitate social interactions and model language use between peers; assist with classroom management under the direction of the lead teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees