FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FRAMINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL 

TITLE:

Coordinator of Framingham High School Evening Academy, Grades 9-12 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The coordinator of the Framingham High School Evening Academy night school will provide overall support with the goal of maintaining high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and equitable access to students in  Responsible for instruction and general duties as indicated by the Principal, Director of Multilingual Education, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education, directives of the Superintendent of School, their designees, and policies of the Framingham School Committee.

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:

Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in a high school content area. Please note that licensure requirements are subjected to change at the discretion of DESE.

Valid Massachusetts administrator’s license.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree from an accredited college/university. Additional content areas license in Special Education and/or ESL is encouraged. Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service 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 to their professional practice the perspective that comes from a nontraditional educational background or an understanding of the experiences of those underrepresented in the educational field.

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 of current research and theory in the educational field; to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public; to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations; to write reports and correspondence, as needed; 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 use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decision; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community; to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously; to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies (as long as the policies do not conflict with the Framingham Administrators Association (Unit B) Contract); to work with students, staff, and families 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; and ability/willingness to plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development. Strong data-collection and analysis skills to help to inform decisions for students, ensure student success, and monitor effectiveness of the program. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a multi-tasking position. A proactive and solution-focused approach to meeting student needs. Knowledge of specialized content area(s) as well as any related laws and procedures. 

Self-directed, able to work independently as well as with and in groups. Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills to provide clear guidance, instructions or information. Thrives in a fast paced environment and is able to be flexible and shift gears quickly based on situations or changing priorities. Has the ability to assess educational policies and evaluate relativity to the school and / or students or stakeholders. Independently able to exercise sound professional judgment and the ability to establish and maintain boundaries. Utilizes problem solving skills to develop reasonable solutions to navigate complex problems and systems. Demonstrated ability to remain calm in high-stress situations while maintaining an understanding and supportive demeanor. Efficient and effective time management and effective prioritization skills.

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.

• Acts as the main administrator of the program in terms of educational, legal, and disciplinary compliance.
• Collaborates with the High School Administration,  Office of Multilingual Education, Office of Health and Wellness, Office of Special Education, FHS School Counseling Department Head, and the ESL/Bilingual Department Head for program selection and scheduling by examining FHS-identified risk indicators.
• Attends regular meetings with the Principal and the Office of Multilingual Education as well as all other meetings as needed.
• Review and be knowledgeable of students’ IEPs and 504 accommodation plans; coordinate with FHS 504 Coordinator, Special Education department head, Team Evaluation Coordinators, and other Special Education staff to ensure all accommodations and services are met.
• Adapt 9-12 curricula into appropriate competency-based activities & instruction while maintaining a high level of rigor for students and alignment to Massachusetts State Frameworks for all subjects.
• Collaborate with the Multilingua Curriculum Coordinator on developing and implementing an ESL curriculum scope and sequence for ESL instruction to align with district ESL scope and sequence.
• Oversee development of curriculum scope and sequence for all core coursework to align with MA frameworks and district-approved curricula; submit to Office of Teaching and Learning for approval.
• Participates in Advisory Check-ins, serving as an advisor to designated students.
• Monitors grades, attendance, participation, and conducts referrals for all students in the program; responds to issues and concerns in these areas in a timely manner to help students get back on track.
• Regularly reports to FHS administration, including appropriate grade level vice principals, on student success and challenges.  
• Meets on a regular basis with the Office of Multilingual Education to report on English Learners’ successes and challenges in meeting their state ELP (English Language Proficiency) targets.
• Assumes responsibility for student and family outreach and communication of alternate programs.
• Coordinates and supervises teachers in the Program.
• Some evaluation responsibilities may be assigned as determined by the school principal.
• Supports instructor and student academic and social emotional needs as apppropriate.
• Visits each class, every day the program is in session.
• Builds positive relationships with students, staff, and families in the program.
• Troubleshoots and addresses emergencies/crisis situations that occur when the program is in session in the evenings.
• Reports any issues that arise during the Program to the FHS Principal in a timely fashion.
• Coordinates with food services for student meals.
• Coordinate coverage for staff absences.
• Coordinate with Flyers by Night program staff to provide access to appropriate offerings and resources.
• Coordinates the assessment schedules and administration for the night school program to include MCAS, ACCESS for ELLs and the ESL Writing Assessment, and any other assessments deemed appropriate by the Office of Teaching and Learning and the Office of Multilingual Education.
• Manages timesheets and instructor stipends.
• Works with the Counseling Department to determine and support all students’ college and career readiness, including individualized plans to reach these goals.
• Develops Professional Development opportunities for staff when applicable. 
• Coordinates classrooms and remote education in night program.
• Collaborates with and seeks approval from Department Heads regarding teachers’ Curriculum and Scope of Sequence for all classes.

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 s/he 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. 

REPORTS TO:  

Building Principal and Office of Teaching and Learning. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Framingham Administrators Association (Unit B) Contract. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinator will supervise all personnel in the Evening Academy.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:

This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This position will be covered under the Framingham Administrators Association (Unit B) Contract. 

HELPFUL LINKS:

Framingham Administrators Association Contract

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.