Coordinator of Expanded Learning (ELT) Early Education Site

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Coordinator of Expanded Learning (ELT) Early Education Site
Department of Expanded Learning Time

2026-2027 School Year

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• Specialization/licensure in Early Childhood Education Special Education and/or ESL preferred
• First Aid/CPR licensure preferred.
• Safety Care certification preferred.

• Educational Requirement: Bachelors Degree in education or a related field preferred. High School degree is required.

• Professional Experience: * Minimum of 2 years of experience as an out-of-school-time professional or educator in a school or community-based setting required.

  • At least 1 year of administrative experience overseeing programmatic operations for student-serving programming required.

  • Experience with program and curriculum design development implementation and continuous programmatic improvement in educational settings required.

  • Experience working with children and adults from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds required.

  • Experience supervising evaluating and coaching staff required.

• Preferred Experience: Awareness and experience with public school educational policies systems and practices strongly preferred.

• Language Proficiency: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is preferred.

1. Communication:Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from students staff parents and community members.

2. Policy & Regulation Interpretation:Ability to read analyze and interpret professional literature technical procedures and relevant federal state and Framingham Public Schools policies and regulations.

3. Analytical Problem Solving:Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills to evaluate information define problems collect data establish facts draw valid conclusions and recommend appropriate courses of action.

4. Evidence-Based Practice:Capacity to use professional literature evidence-based research and ongoing professional learning to inform instructional and practice decisions.

5. Relationship Building & Collaboration:Ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with students families colleagues and the community.

6. Organization & Time Management:Strong organizational and time-management skills to work independently prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.

7. Cultural Proficiency:Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.

8. Compliance & Confidentiality:Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.

9. Professionalism & Composure:Maintain regular predictable and punctual attendance; exhibit professional composure and objective judgment when responding to high-stakes emotional situations or behavioral escalations.

10. Technology Proficiency:Proficiency in using technology and willingness to learn new tools; ability to operate a computer and utilize software including Google Workspace.

11. Leadership & Coaching:Strong collaborative instructional coaching and leadership skills to support high-quality programming.

12. Data-Driven Decision Making:Ability to use data effectively to inform program quality improvement and improve student outcomes.

13. OST Principles:Knowledge and demonstrated application of effective youth development and OST principles practices and trends required.
    
    

• Design and oversee daily programmatic schedule in compliance with EEC staffing ratios and requirements.

• Respond to and document all injuries and incidents on site in accordance with EEC and district policy.

• Oversee the sites budget purchasing and supply management.

• Coordinate with the school nurse to plan for student health needs and oversee the documentation and delivery of all medication in accordance with DESE and EEC requirements.

• Coordinate snacks and meals attendance tracking student rosters and fee collection.

• Manage and submit weekly staff payroll and ensure accurate daily timekeeping.

• Attend monthly meetings with building leadership to collaboratively address building and logistical concerns.

• Oversee compliance with all other relevant departmental district and EEC policies/procedures not listed above.

• Serve as the primary point person for day-to-day caregiver questions and concerns.

• Plan and host events workshops and showcases to intentionally engage families.

• Oversee the recruitment of students by promoting program offerings through multiple channels including but not limited to social media campaigns weekly newsletters classroom visits attending community outreach events and collaborating with relevant school leaders to ensure full program enrollment.

• Connect caregivers as needed with internal and external resources and services including vouchers and scholarships.

• Provide authentic opportunities for youth to inform the design and implementation of program activities as appropriate.

• Hire onboard and directly supervise all BLOCKS staff and manage coverage in their absence.

• Support staff development through regular meetings coaching and performance reviews.

• Assist with new staff orientation and onboarding in collaboration with the Department of Expanded Learning Time.

• Ensure a positive and productive working environment for all staff by facilitating open lines of communication implementing restorative approaches to conflict resolution and modeling the highest standards of behavior in accordance with FPS policy.

• Collaborate with Group Leaders to design and document developmentally appropriate play-based learning opportunities in accordance with district and department expectations.

• Meet with relevant school day staff such as instructional coaches and classroom teachers to identify shared educational priorities for participating students including attending school SST meetings and IEP meetings as needed.

• Collaborate with departmental leadership to embed extension of school day curriculum content during out-of-school-time activities.

• Develop and facilitate programming for special programs including early release days vacation weeks summer learning programs and school closure days.

• Evaluate programming using validated program assessment tools such as the SAYO-S and APT-O as well as student family and staff surveys to ensure that youth are participating in a quality learning experience.

• Prepare regular reports and presentations on program activities outcomes and trends as requested.

• Use data analysis to identify areas for program improvement and inform decision-making processes.

• Oversee the execution of project activities to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Other duties as assigned.

1. Mobility Navigation & Travel:Must be able to move about and traverse throughout the school building and grounds. May be required to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces.

2. Stationary Tasks:Must often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time for administrative tasks and meetings.

3. Physical Dexterity & Agility:It is occasionally required to reach sit stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Frequent use of hands to finger handle or feel and use hand strength to grasp tools.

4. General Physical Strength:Is expected to lift at least 20 lbs (i.e. books school supplies bulk devices etc.).

5. Student Support:Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties. Must require physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling behavior.

6. Manual Dexterity & Technology:Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery continuously throughout the day.

7. Communication:Must communicate effectively with students parents and staff in person via email and on the telephone.

8. Sensory Requirements:Must be able to see and hear continuously to ensure student safety and provide instruction.

9. Interaction & Demands:Must interact with students parents and staff routinely and meet multiple demands.

10. Working Environment & Exposure:While most of the workday is spent inside must spend time outdoors for recess and special activities. May be exposed to bodily fluids disease or pathogens. May receive injuries from aggressive students.
    
    

• Director of Expanded Learning Time (and/or designee)
• The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the FraminghamSchool Committee Policy

• This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).

• Covered under FraminghamSchool Committee Contract.

• Work Year: 260 days (Twelve-Months)

• The District reserves the right to transfer personnel as needed.

• Employees may be requested to work at different sites as needed.

Working Hours:

• School Days (177 Days): 8:30 AM 5:30 PM (Includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch; 8 paid hours per day).

• Note: This excludes half days before Thanksgiving and Winter Break and the final day of school.

• Non-School Days (54 Days): 5.5 work hours per day including a half hour unpaid lunch. For student-facing special programs or summer learning shifts will typically be either 7:00 AM 1:00 PM or 12:00 PM 6:00 PM. Prep or Professional Development days will be either 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 9:00 AM 3:00 PM at the Director or Assistant Directors discretion.

• Non-Work Days (11 Days): Includes 4 days of Winter Break one vacation week and one special program day to be determined by the Director/Assistant Director. You are not required to report to work on these days.

• Paid Holidays: 15 days at 7 hours per day (105 hours total).

Required Experience:

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