Project Director

The Salamanca City Central School District proudly serves a diverse community and is committed to learning excellence for all students, with particular focus on culturally responsive support for Native American students and families. Our school values learning excellence, respectful relationships, effective communication, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary


This is an 11-month probationary position. The work of the Project Director involves collaboration with the Native American Curriculum Team on the development, implementation, and oversight of programs specifically designed to identify high-quality resources, develop standards-aligned interdisciplinary curriculum, and integrate these materials into existing coursework. The work is performed under general supervision by the Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services. The salary range for this position is $20.00 to $30.00 per hour, based on experience and in accordance with the negotiated Consolidated Services Unit (CSU) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Key Responsibilities

• Is a member of the Native American Curriculum Team and provides consultation on cultural and historical information;
• Meets regularly with Native American Service Providers to ensure program objectives are being carried out;
• Acts as liaison between Native American community, school officials and other community representatives, explaining programs and addressing concerns;
• Participates in individual teacher planning meetings;
• Coordinates and attends staff development training(s);

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years of experience involving either the planning, support, or delivery of services or programs to members of a Native American Community or at-risk youth. NOTE: Study at a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university in education, Native American culture, human services, or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of the experience requirement above with 30 semester credit hours equal to one year.

Preferred Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of Native American culture; good knowledge of the concepts related to the cultural, environmental, and personal factors influencing the lives of Native Americans; ability to effectively communicate the goals and interest of Native Americans to community representatives and school officials; ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to understand, interpret, and prepare written material; tact and understanding; physical condition sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

For Questions or To Apply

Information regarding the duties of this position may be obtained from Nicole Beaver, Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services, View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io, Prompt 1. Information regarding salary and benefits may be obtained from Human Resources, View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Interested, qualified persons not currently employed by the District should submit a completed application on or before October 18, 2026 .