Salem YMCA Summer Academy Professional Teachers SY

Salem Public Schools & Salem YMCA Summer Academy Professional Teachers [SY ]

Salem Public Schools, in partnership with the Salem YMCA, is seeking dedicated educators for our 5-week Summer Academy. This program provides enriching, project-based learning (PBL) for rising 1st through 5th-grade students.

Location:

Horace Mann Laboratory School (HMLS)

Program Dates:
July 6th – August 7th, 2026 (5 Weeks)

Mandatory Training Days:
June 24th & June 25th

We are looking for elementary educators to lead the morning PBL academic block. Teachers focus on fostering collaborative problem-solving through interdisciplinary projects.

Teacher Program

Hours:

7:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Monday – Thursday

Compensation: $45 per hour (contractual rate)

• Elementary PBL Teachers (5-8 Positions):
  Deliver Playful Learning Curriculum (rising 1st-2nd) or Science & Civics Curriculum (rising 3rd-5th).
• AVES Dual Language Teachers (2.5 Positions):
  Specifically support Bentley Academy Innovation School students within the PBL block to maintain dual language continuity.

• Assessment:
  Complete SAYO Pre-assessments (Week
  1) and Post-assessments (Week
  5).
• Data:
  Develop and administer a classroom-specific academic pre- and post-assessment to measure student growth.
• Instruction:
  Lead a group of 18–22 students using a Project-Based Learning framework.
• Collaboration:
  
  Partner with paraprofessionals to manage classroom climate and social-emotional needs.

• Licensure:
  Current MA DESE licensure in appropriate field (Elementary, ESL, or School Adjustment Counselor).
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree required; at least 2 years of experience preferred.
• Mindset:
  Passionate about urban education and experienced in working with diverse student populations.
• Skills:
  
  Ability to build positive relationships quickly and implement age-appropriate academic or therapeutic activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salem 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, 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.