About Salem Academy and College:

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country.  Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 252-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. 

Salem Academy is a boarding and day college preparatory school with focus on interdisciplinary learning using STEAM, wellness and leadership. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders. Salem College has more than 40 full-time faculty and over 150 staff members who support approximately 500 students including full-time undergraduates, part-time students and graduate students. In 2023, Salem received a second $5M anonymous philanthropic gift equaling its largest in history focused on enabling our health leadership transformation. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place.

Niche lists Salem Academy as the No. 1 boarding school in North Carolina; No. 5 college prep high school in North Carolina as well as the No. 1 college prep school in the Greensboro/High Point/Winston-Salem, NC area. Salem Academy has students from more than 10 states and 5 countries. Over 85% of the faculty and staff have a master’s degree or higher.  Courses are taught at the college prep, honors, AP and dual enrollment levels.  The unique partnership and shared campus with Salem College allows for collaboration with college faculty/staff on curriculum ideas, club activities and more. 

Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly, and the New York Times Magazine as a top liberal arts college in the nation, Salem College continues to lead among liberal arts colleges in social mobility and economic diversity. In 2023, U.S. News & World Report ranked Salem College #2 among all national liberal arts colleges in America as a top performer for social mobility. Salem performed as one of the best liberal arts colleges with the highest percentage of Pell-eligible students graduating in four years.  Out of 286 colleges in the country, the New York Times Magazine ranked Salem College as #2 for economic diversity – enrolling more economically disadvantaged students than its peers. This ranking is a reflection of Salem’s commitment to making education accessible and affordable for all students. In another 2023 national ranking, Washington Monthly ranked Salem College as #4 in the nation for Pell-eligible graduation rate, #8 in the country for earning performance, #14 best bang for your buck college in the southeast, and #24 best liberal arts college in the U.S.

Salem Academy and College is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a vibrant college town known as the “City of Arts and Innovation”. Winston-Salem is a lively academic community, home to six institutions of higher education and more than 26,000 students. Winston Salem has a collaborative and engaged academic community with strong private and public schools, excellent healthcare systems, and affordable housing. The Winston-Salem area also offers a rich variety of cultural opportunities and has a vibrant art and restaurant scene. Within a few hours of campus are mountains for skiing, camping, or hiking; rivers for whitewater rafting; and the beautiful ports and beaches of North and South Carolina. 

Position Summary For Program Manager:

The Program Manager for Soar with Salem will be responsible for the overall management, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive STEM enrichment program aimed at high school girls from North Forsyth High School who are mentored by students from Salem Academy and College. This role requires a dynamic and experienced individual who can work collaboratively with educators, students, and community partners to enhance STEM learning and inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This position will also entail teaching one or more courses each semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Supervise the scheduling of program staff, including educators, students, and interns.
• Oversee the evaluation process (surveys and participant feedback) for programming and activities
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Assist with financial paperwork including, but not limited to, check requests, materials ordering, invoicing, budgetary record keeping etc.
• Assist with Grant paperwork needs including, but not limited to, participant liability forms, student intern background checks, photo releases, etc. 
• In coordination with the PI and Co-I, oversee the collection of materials and organization of the Soar with Salem Guidebook.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and impact.
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and funding requirements.
• Oversee time sheets for interns, educations, and student participants.

Partnerships and Outreach:

• Establish and maintain relationships with partner schools, community organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with North Forsyth HS to secure participants for the program.
• Represent the program at community events, meetings, and conferences.

Student Engagement and Support:

• Create a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
• Implement strategies to engage and retain North Forsyth students in the program.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students
• Oversee scheduling and support needs for programming designed for student families.

Bridge Programming Support

• June Camp for rising 12th grade students at North Forsyth HS
  • Coordinate te meals and snacks 
  • Coordinate transportation logistics 
  • Coordinate scheduling of speakers and oversee needs during presentations

Teaching

• This position offers the opportunity to teach at least one course a semester.  Likely courses are Introduction to Health Leadership and Career Explorations in Health Science​​

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Education, STEM fields, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program management, preferably in an educational or non-profit setting.
• Strong understanding of STEM education and current trends in the field.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience working with high school students from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Teaching experience is preferred
• Spanish language skills preferred but not required

For questions, contact Rebecca Dunn, PI of the Soar with Salem NASA grant

Salem Academy and College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.