Part Time Tutor - Elementary, Multiple Positions Available, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY2026-2027]

Part Time Tutor - Elementary, Multiple Positions Available, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY2026-2027]

About Salem Public Schools

Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public School educators are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement. We respect and value the racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity of our students and their families, and have a strong commitment to the Salem community. We seek individuals who are able to serve all of our students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. Salem Public Schools has a clear equity statement and core values that guide and drive our work as an anti-racist organization. Applicants who have experienced working in urban schools and have bilingual skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Position

Salem Public Schools is seeking part-time instructional tutors to provide additional instruction and support to our elementary school students in literacy and math. Tutors deliver individual and small group instruction and work with educators at the school to target instruction.

Responsibilities and Timelines

• Provides individual and small group instruction and practice.
• Plans tutoring sessions based on recent data, classroom observations, and teacher consultation.
• Provides progress-monitoring for students receiving additional supports.
• Maintains a weekly schedule; collaborates with interventionists, coaches, classroom teachers, and provides coverage for teachers so that they can meet with instructional coaches to strengthen Tier 1 instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Total Compensation

Starting at $25/hr

Essential Attributes

• Holds an unwavering belief that every student in Salem can grow and succeed.
• Skilled in learning and teaching routines to students.
• Able to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a 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.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor''s degree preferred.
• Teaching certification preferred.
• Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus.
• Proficiency in a teaching/tutoring capacity as acquired through prior experiences tutoring, teaching, or other education-related experiences.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

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.