Elementary Science Materials Point Person (Read Trust), Salem Public Schools, One Year Position, INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY [SY 2026-2027]

Elementary Science Materials Point Person (Read Trust), Salem Public Schools, One Year Position, INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY [SY 2026-2027]

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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/.

The Elementary Science Materials Point Person (5 Positions Available)

SPS is seeking an experienced Salem elementary educator from each elementary school (Bates, Bentley, HMLS, Sarah Parker Remond, WHES) to serve as the materials consultant for their school for one academic year. The science materials consultant will be supervised by the Executive Director of Academics and will support the implementation of a district-wide science materials system so that their school has everything they need to implement the hands-on components of Amplify Science. The compensation for this work will be $1000.

Responsibilities:

• August-September
• locate and verify the materials needed for Amplify Science investigations and request organizational needs to keep track of materials
• attend one 1 hour after school meeting to review the expectations the materials consultant position
• October-November - communicate with your community about the procedures for getting science materials and get them as needed (ex. from Market Basket, Amazon, etc.)
• Attend 2 1-hour after school meetings (1 in December, 1 in February) to:
• get organized for spring ordering needs
• review spending and processes
• March - Create a shopping list for the 26-27 school year based on the inventory

Essential Attributes:

• Must be detail-oriented
• Possesses a strong sense of responsibility to their school community
• Clear communicator who can support teachers in navigating the new system
• Ability to attend 3 1-hour after school meetings
• Holds an unwavering belief that every student and teacher in Salem can grow and succeed.
• Has a strong work ethic, is self-directed, and has the ability to work independently.

Qualifications:

• Current educator in Salem Public Schools
• Awareness of Amplify Science materials a plus

Applicant Process

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest to Sonia Lowe: slowe@salemk12.org.

The letter should detail why you would be a good materials coordinator for your school.

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.