ParentChild Plus Program Site Coordinator, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]

ParentChild Plus Program Site Coordinator, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]

About Salem Public Schools, where belonging leads to opportunity.

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 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/.

Program Overview: The ParentChild Program (PC ) of Salem Public Schools is a research-proven, home-based early education program that prepares young children for school success by increasing language and literacy skills, enhancing social-emotional development, and strengthening the parent-child relationship. Through the reinforcement of verbal interaction and educational play, PC prepares two- and three-year-old children to enter school ready to learn and succeed academically.

We are looking for candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences, who 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:

• Hold a deep commitment to students and families and value diversity – The SPS community is vibrant, diverse in background, ethnicity, language, and perspective. We embrace and affirm the backgrounds of all members of the SPS community and view our diversity as a powerful resource that supports us each in learning and doing our best work.
• Hold high expectations for students and colleagues – We see potential in all, especially our students, and maintain high expectations for achievement, while providing the support necessary to meet that bar. We hold ourselves to high expectations, modeling SPS values (equity, opportunity and belonging) and seeking opportunities to continuously improve.
• Build authentic, caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families – We are committed to building strong relationships among students, families, and colleagues that are collaborative in nature and contribute to the individual and collective success of SPS. We partner with families and colleagues to make decisions in the best interest of students and learning.
• Embrace feedback – We value reflective practitioners who learn from failure, using mistakes and challenges as opportunities for growth. It is important to model persistence and growth mindset and thrive in a culture of feedback.

Core Responsibilities:

Program Implementation & Staff Supervision

• Complete the National Center Training Institute, DAISY (MIS) training, and all required pre- and post-Training Institute online courses.
• Recruit, interview, and hire Early Learning Specialists (ELSs) and support personnel.
• Develop and implement required ELS training annually in accordance with the PC curriculum prior to starting the program, and conduct weekly staff meetings for ongoing training, home session updates, and coaching.
• Supervise ELSs to ensure services are high quality, in safe settings, and all required paperwork is accurate and complete.
• Evaluate ELSs annually, which must include observing at least one home session per year.
• Select, purchase, order, and distribute appropriate early childhood curricular materials (books and toys) in accordance with PC standards, and prepare curriculum guide sheets as needed.
• Carry a personal caseload of families.

Strengthen Relationships Between Schools and Families at the District Level

• Work with the Director of DEI & Engagement to develop and implement an engagement plan that aligns with the district’s strategic plan. 
• Develop programs, workshops and activities for families on topics such as implementing literacy plans at home, navigating SPS digital platforms, supporting social-emotional learning and reinforcing classroom instruction.
• Gather family voice and input through surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one conversations to help schools design learning supports that reflect community needs and strengths.
• Participate as part of the Early Ed Expo night, Back to School Festival and other district- or city-based events where the school will be represented and the presence of families is encouraged.
• Adjust schedule to accommodate and attend appropriate community and or school events and/or conduct outreach and other communication activities with families as decided in consultation with the Director of DEI & Engagement and in collaboration with the Family Welcome Center Manager.

Family Engagement & Community Support

• Provide outreach to recruit, complete initial intake, and select families for participation in the program.
• Conduct check-in calls and visits with all program families at least twice a year to ensure satisfaction.
• Work closely with Salem School Department staff and community agency personnel (such as housing, immigration, and employment advocates) to provide resources, supportive services, and referrals to participating families.
• Conduct or facilitate child assessments, review information with families, and assist families in interpreting evaluations resulting from a PC referral.
• Conduct an annual program review, including a mid-year telephone poll and end-of-year written questionnaires completed by parents and ELSs.

Data, Budget & Reporting

• Ensure all program data on personnel and families is entered into DAISY in a timely fashion and review reports quarterly for quality assurance.
• Maintain regular communication and act as a liaison with the ParentChild National Center and the MA Department of Early Education and Care.
• Prepare or assist in preparing the yearly program budget, monitor spending, and assist with grant/funding proposals.
• Assure the strict confidentiality of all client records.

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Family Welcome Center.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual Capability: We are actively looking for a bilingual candidate to best serve our diverse community.
• Education: Associate degree in a related field (Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology) is preferred.
• Experience: At least 4 years experience working in the Early Childhood field
• Certification: Completion of the PC National Center Coordinator's Certification Training is required.
• Skills: Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with proficiency in Google Workspace and 4 years experience using online registration systems (e.g., Aspen)
• Innovative thinker with a demonstrated ability to enhance processes and implement strategic initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish or Portuguese) is required.
• Proven ability to manage multifaceted projects and work collaboratively across departments.
• 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, 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.