FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Office of Community Resource Development

TITLE:

Out of School Time Coordinator

Blocks Pre-School

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Out of School Time (OST) Program Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of programs and operations onsite at BLOCKS Preschool. The primary focus of this position is: the development, implementation, and coordination of Out of School programs; staff supervision and development; administration and budget management; and family and school engagement.

Before School program runs from 7 am to the beginning of the Framingham Public School day and After School Programming runs from FPS dismissal to 5:30 pm. Programming also includes Early Release Days and Half Days, Vacation Programming (December, February, & April), and Summer Programming.

Through a collaborative effort with the FPS’ Department of Community Resource Development, School leadership, Parent/Teacher Organizations, and parent and student input, the Coordinator will help develop a high-quality OST program experience that complements and models students' learning throughout the school day. With a strong focus on Project Based Learning, STEM, Service Learning, Entrepreneurial programming, and Clubs, our goal is to create an OST experience that develops a student’s positive sense of self, helps build transferable skills, and generates excitement for learning.

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 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 and women.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant background or in pursuit of one, masters preferred.

Valid Driver's License

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.

• Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred.
• Experience in the early education field, preferably as supervisor/coordinator/administrator.
• Three years or more experience coordinating After-School programming with students from diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to supervise and support a team of up to ten staff members and additional community partners.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate daily activities including student attendance, tuition collection and management, and parent communication
• Good interpersonal skills and communication skills to collaborate with school day teachers, school staff, parents/guardians, the community, institutions of higher education, business leaders, and administrative staff.
• Strong program planning skills to ensure educational frameworks are embedded in enrichment activities.
• Sensitivity to and/or experience in working with children and adults from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience with working with youths and the establishment of strong rapport with youths.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer use and appropriate applications, including MS Office and databases.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong ability to maintain the confidentiality of information.
• Flexible, timely, ability to multitask, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive secondary education program aimed at preparing every student for success.  
• Ability to lead improvement efforts toward identified instructional targets by motivating and mentoring building-level administrators and facilitating systemic change strategies, with an emphasis on progressive educational practices.
• Commitment to equity in educational opportunities for students and leadership opportunities for staff, especially with regard to members of traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups.
• Strong knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction, program evaluation, leadership development, school improvement, budget management, and data analysis. Demonstrated knowledge of state/federal regulations and accreditation requirements governing public education programs.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

At least five years of experience as a classroom teacher; some experience in leadership is strongly preferred.  Demonstrated knowledge and application of effective secondary education principles, practices, and trends. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, best practices in instruction and assessment, school operations and management, and leadership development. Demonstrated record of success in leading strategic educational initiatives that resulted in measurable improvements in student achievement. In-depth experience in the systemic implementation of progressive instructional practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as 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. 

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate overall programs, services, and activities to ensure they meet state objectives and the needs and interests of students.
• Manage program budget.
• Hire and supervise staff.
• Track and submit voucher processes.
• Manage program registration and tracking.
• Ensure and enforce compliance with district policies and procedures for all staff.
• Manage and provide staff development opportunities for staff and volunteers.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and professional development.
• Ensure a productive work environment
• Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders and organizations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. 

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.

The other time is primarily sedentary, performed in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands; fingers; to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as reading the typewritten material. The work typically requires occasional in-district travel to attend meetings.

REPORTS TO:  

Manager of Elementary Out of School Time Programs 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the supervision and evaluation of out-of-school program staff.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:

This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Covered under Framingham School Committee Policy. Twelve-Month position (35 hours per week)

$48,000-$54,000 with benefits

HELPFUL LINKS:

Click here for more information about our amazing benefits! 

Framingham Policies & Procedures Handbook 

Only online applications will be accepted. Click here to apply!   

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