The Salem R80 School District is now accepting applications for an interim Upper Elementary Counselor for the 2024-2025 school year beginning in January. Qualified candidates can also be considered to continue the position in the 2025-26 school year. Interested applicants should complete an online application. Questions can be directed to Dan Copeland, Assistant Superintendent, 1409 W Rolla Road, Salem, MO 65560, by email at dan.copeland@salemr80.org or by calling (573) 729-6642. 

The Salem R80 School District currently has a starting certificated salary of $40,000 when including the Missouri Baseline Salary Grant. Furthermore, the Salem R80 School District offers certificated staff the opportunity to qualify for up to $3000 based on education and years of service to overcome salary compression. Even more, the Salem R80 School District rewards the longevity commitment of certified staff by doubling the step down in years 8, 18, and 28 from the regular increase creating a substantial boost for educators! Additionally, Salem R80 also offers Career Ladder Stage I - $1500, State II - $3000, Stage III - $5000 to enhance the educational experience of students by recognizing and rewarding productive, effective educators.

The Salem R80 School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, sex, exercise of FMLA rights or disability, educational programs or activities, and as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act, hires only American Citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in the United States. All candidates will be considered on the basis of qualifications, training, experience, and the ability to perform the requirements of the position. The Salem R80 School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.