FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS 
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Emergency COVID Response Classroom Supervisor

2020-2021 School Year ONLY - Guaranteed interview for a future job.  

POSITION SUMMARY: 

As a result of the COVID pandemic and its impact on our teacher force, this position will act as a collaborative partner to a teacher who will teach remotely while the individual who fills this position offers supervision and support to students in person. This employee will coordinate with the remote teacher on disciplinary and academic matters and engage in all aspects of classroom supervision in order to promote the teacher’s ability to provide instruction while remote in order to deliver Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. 

OUR MISSION:

Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all students. A core value, embedded in the district’s philosophy and goals, is that “all children will learn”. Offering equitable access to education to all of our students hinges largely on providing the highest quality teachers in every school and classroom.

Diversity among teachers and staff undoubtedly advances the academic achievement of students. Compliance obligations establish the baseline; as a district, Framingham Public Schools are committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity of our students. Framingham Public Schools aims to teach our children, and ourselves, to be culturally proficient and inclusive in order to live, learn, and work together in a vibrant and diverse world.

Indeed, Framingham Public Schools is committed to inspiring our school community to be accepting and willing to learn from individuals with differing backgrounds. Our goal is to reflect the diverse community we serve and create a great place to work for everyone by embracing the individual skills, perspectives, and experiences our people bring to the workplace and harnessing these for high performance and improved service delivery. We want our employees to feel included, valued, and respected and have access to equal opportunity, which supports full participation at work. Framingham Public Schools seeks to retain the diverse talent in our workforce and support our people to maintain a long and productive working career.

Framingham Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

High School Diploma 

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of education. Also, we are interested in candidates who will bring with them an understanding of the experiences of those underrepresented in the educational field. Speakers of Spanish or Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to apply knowledge in the educational field; to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; to assist with the presentation of information and facilitation of questions; to read and write; to engage in basic mathematical skills; to make sound decisions, at times in escalated situations; to use reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action; to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community; to work collaboratively with others; to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies;  to work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner that bears to witness to cultural proficiency; to maintain appropriate confidential records; to react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.); to operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google. Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a multi-tasking position. A proactive and solution-focused approach to meeting student needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

• Liaise with the teacher regarding work set in class.
• Facilitate remote teacher’s instructions to the class.
• Ensure that the work provided by the remote teacher is clearly distributed and monitored.
• Establish and maintain high expectations of students with regard to work and behavior.
• Provide a safe and calm environment for students to learn.
• Help and provide support for students in their learning during the remote teacher’s instruction.
• Be aware of students' needs.
• Assist in ensuring that all students are engaged and actively taking part in the lesson.
• Remain calm, efficient, and positive.
• Supervise students in the classroom as well as in other settings (i.e. lunch, recess, etc.).
• Ensure the health and safety of students in their care.
• Attend to the remote teacher’s in-school duties and responsibilities. 
• Carry out other relevant duties as may reasonably be required by the remote teacher or building administrator.
• Deliver the highest quality of service to students and colleagues.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Guide in person the learning process of the students. 
• Assist the remote teacher with the employment of classroom strategies to facilitate instructional methods and materials as provided by the remote teacher.
• Implement all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom implements rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintain order in the classroom.
• Track student attendance, collect student work, etc for the remote teacher.
• Reinforce a culture of achievement.
• Manage classroom logistics. 
• Work with small groups to support their learning, as needed.
• Respond to any questions from students and provide support and guidance
• Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school's policies and procedures.
• Be available for meetings with the remote teacher to assist in the area of instruction, classroom management, and discipline.
• Be aware of and support differences and ensure that students have equality of access to opportunities to learn, develop, and achieve.
• Facilitate “hands-on” activities and projects that allow students to learn by doing and exploring.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by building principal which may include:
• Monitoring hallways, classrooms, and other areas
• Lunchroom coverage
• Office coverage
• Covering classes (common planning time, IEP meetings, Team meetings)

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about and may be required to traverse occasionally throughout the school building. The employee must also often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is expected to lift at least 20 lbs (i.e. books, school supplies, etc.). The employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and use hand strength to grasp tools. Occasionally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). The employee must be able to input information into a computer and as well as read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person and on the telephone. In the classroom, the employee must be able to see and hear on a continuous basis in order to ensure the safety of students as well as speak frequently to provide instruction. On rare occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces. The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise. The employee interacts with students, parents, and other staff members. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. This position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.

REPORTS TO:  

Building Principal  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:

This position is classified as Non-Exempt (Hourly).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Covered under the Framingham School Committee Policy.

7 hours per day, 5 days per week, $25-$30 per hour, paid 30-minute lunch, paid training, guaranteed interview for a future job for the 2021-2022 school year.

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Framingham Policies & Procedures Handbook 

Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Framingham Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the District has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Framingham Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.