Tiered Literacy Systems Coach and Coordinator for Early Literacy (PRISM), Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]
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About Salem Public Schools, where belonging leads to opportunity.
\r\nSalem 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/.
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The Tiered Literacy Systems Coach and Coordinator will be responsible for the districtwide design, oversight, implementation, and integration of early literacy screening and intervention systems. This role addresses a critical need to move from school-based silos to a coherent, equitable, and sustainable districtwide system. The Coach and Coordinator will ensure that all students, particularly those in K-2, have access to a unified diagnostic process and to evidence-based Tier 2 supports that are closely aligned with Tier 1 instruction. Additionally, this role will provide targeted support and coaching to educators implementing Tier 2 to strengthen implementation at one of Salem’s elementary schools.
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What You’ll Bring:
\r\nWe are looking for candidates who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change children’s lives through education. You’ll be right at home here if you are a reflective practitioner who values collaboration with colleagues and pushes yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level. In this position, candidates will bring:
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What You’ll Bring:
\r\nWe are looking for candidates who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change children’s lives through education. You’ll be right at home here if you are a reflective practitioner who values collaboration with colleagues and pushes yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level. We expect our SPS employees to:
\r\nWork Year: Teachers in Salem Public Schools work a 192 day school year (180 student contact days plus 5 professional development days plus 7 additional days to be scheduled with supervisor). Please click here to view the 2026-27 district and/or school calendars.
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Salary: Teacher salaries in the Salem Public Schools are determined by the Salem Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement (2024-2027). Salary information can be found in Appendix A. Instructional Coaches receive an additional $3,500 stipend for the 7 additional days.
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Benefits: The City of Salem offers Group Insurance Commission (GIC) benefits to all full-time employees. Click here for more information about our health benefits.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
\r\nSalem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, housing status, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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