Salem Public Schools & Salem YMCA Summer Academy School Adjustment Counselors [SY 2025-2026]
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Salem Public Schools & Salem YMCA Summer AcademySchool Adjustment Counselors SY 2025-2026
Program Overview: 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
School Adjustment Counselor (SAC)
The SAC provides therapeutic interventions and behavioral support to ensures students with high-level needs can thrive in the summer environment.
- SAC Program Hours: 9:00 AM 2:30 PM Monday Friday
- Pre-Program Hours: Required hours in June to gather student behavioral plans 504s/IEPs and consult with school-year staff on necessary interventions.
- Compensation: Hourly rate of $45/ hour
SAC-Specific Responsibilities:
- Preparation: Review behavioral plans and intervention history for identified students prior to July 6th.
- Intervention: Facilitate individual/group counseling and social skills groups (conflict resolution mindfulness etc.).
- Crisis Management: Conduct mental health and risk assessments as needed.
- Consultation: Act as the primary resource for teachers regarding emotional or behavioral concerns.
- Behavioral Support: Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and develop Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans (PBIPs) for the summer session.
Qualifications:
- Licensure: Current MA DESE licensure in appropriate field (Elementary ESL or School Adjustment Counselor).
- Education: Bachelors 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.
