Campus Aide

Framingham Public Schools•Framingham, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Aide provides supervision and direction to students across the school campus and maintains classroom continuity when teachers are absent. The role supports a safe, orderly environment during classroom and non-classroom activities and offers hands-on experience across different areas of the school, with potential for future promotional opportunities. The position supports Framingham Public Schools’ goals of high achievement, equal access to instruction, academic proficiency, and closing opportunity gaps. The aide implements substitute lesson plans, supports student learning, maintains classroom order, and supervises students in areas including the cafeteria, hallways, and other common spaces. The role also supports arrival, dismissal, and extended learning programming; monitors building security; and assists with emergency procedures and designated student-supervision assignments. The position requires regular interaction with students, families, staff, and community members, including in a diverse school environment. This is a non-exempt, hourly position covered by the Education Association of Framingham (Unit E) Contract. The work year is 197 days over ten months and includes 12 paid holidays. The district reserves the right to transfer personnel as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from students, staff, parents, and community members.
Ability to maintain positive, collaborative working relationships.
Sound reasoning and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate information, define problems, interpret data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate action.
Ability to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and ongoing professional learning to inform practice.
Experience evaluating student skills and writing clear, concise reports.
Ability to implement lessons aligned with district and school goals.
Ability to use data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
Proficiency with instructional technology and educational software, including Google Workspace for Education.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work equitably and effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
Commitment to following district requirements, applicable state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies; ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.
Regular and punctual attendance and the ability to respond professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations, including behavioral issues.
Ability to move throughout the school building and grounds, including classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds.
Ability to see and hear continuously to monitor student safety and classroom operations and provide instruction.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by email, and by telephone or video conference.
Frequent use of hands and ability to operate a computer, input data, and use instructional technology and office productivity machinery continuously throughout the day.
Ability to lift, move, and position classroom materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to function in dynamic, higher-noise, high-activity school environments and manage frequent interruptions while maintaining focus on student needs.
Capacity to remain calm and professional during student behavioral challenges and emotionally demanding situations, and to model and apply de-escalation techniques as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or in an educational or community setting.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.

Responsibilities

Implement daily substitute lesson plans when a teacher is absent and maintain classroom continuity.
Create a safe, learning-conducive classroom environment; establish lesson objectives and use appropriate instructional methods and materials.
Guide student learning, support small groups, respond to student questions, and help students work toward curriculum goals.
Enforce classroom rules and procedures, maintain order, and assist with implementation of school policies governing student life.
Respond calmly and efficiently to immediate problems and emergencies in accordance with district procedures.
Supervise students during lunch, maintain a safe and positive cafeteria atmosphere, and assist students with food packages, spills, and cafeteria-line routines.
Follow the school’s Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) routines for the cafeteria.
Direct student movement between the cafeteria, classrooms, hallways, and bathrooms safely and in an orderly manner.
Assist with student arrival and dismissal, including coverage for ELT programming.
Promptly report disciplinary, safety, sanitary, or fire concerns to the building administrator and/or classroom teacher.
Represent the school and district professionally in interactions with parents, community members, staff, and students.
Monitor video surveillance systems daily, report malfunctions, and recommend enhancements or needs.
Conduct daily building security checks and report security breaches to Building Administration.
Assist with lockdown drills, emergency evacuations, and other building security procedures.
Provide supervision in interior and exterior common areas, hallways, parking lots, and athletic fields.
Assist administrators as needed with locker searches, student restraints, student supervision, and investigations.
Monitor in-house suspension, after-school suspension, and other designated student-supervision assignments.
Investigate assigned reports of theft, vandalism, or security breaches.
Attend extracurricular activities, such as dances and proms, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.