Float Elementary Teacher (PRISM Grant), Salem Public Schools, Salem MA [SY 2025-2026]

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

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About The Position

This position will provide critical coverage to literacy classrooms in elementary schools throughout the district for short and long term absences of classroom teachers for the duration of the 25-26 school year. This role will be responsible for providing literacy instruction to students using the school's identified curriculum, collaborating with other staff, and grading as appropriate for the coverage. Purpose of Position: To provide additional flexible support to schools with 1:1 coaching and meeting facilitation Essential Attributes: Holds an unwavering belief that every student in Salem can grow and succeed Skilled in providing equitable access to the curriculum, particularly in underserved populations Able to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a building team Has a strong work ethic, is self-directed, and has the ability to work independently Self-reflects and accepts feedback with a growth mindset

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required), Masters preferred
Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (Required within 1-year of start date)
Experience working in a diverse, urban environment preferred
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with teachers
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience and working in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
Proven track record of raising student achievement scores in an urban/turnaround environment highly desired.
Proficiency with technology (digital literacy, teacher/family communication suites (ParentSquare preferred), Google Workspace) desirable.
Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice
Current authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Dual Certification is a plus
Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus
Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

deliver high-quality, whole-group literacy instruction and implement curriculum-aligned lesson plans
Administer, score, and analyze formative and summative literacy assessments to monitor student progress, identify learning gaps, and inform future instructional adjustments.
Create a positive, engaging, and safe classroom culture.
Establish and maintain effective classroom management to maximize student time on task and foster a productive learning atmosphere.
Collaborate regularly with grade-level team members to align literacy instruction across the curriculum, share best practices, and analyze student data.
Actively participate in professional learning opportunities focused on current trends and evidence-based practices in elementary literacy education.