FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Campus Aide Framingham High School
2026-2027 School Year
POSITION SUMMARY
The Campus Aide provides supervision and direction to students across various areas of the school campus and maintains classroom continuity to ensure that students continue to learn in their teacher’s absence. This role serves as a perfect entry point into the school environment, offering valuable hands-on experience working across diverse areas of the school building and providing a strong foundation for individuals looking to further their profession through future promotional opportunities. This position is essential to promoting a safe, orderly environment for students and staff during both classroom and non-classroom activities. This commitment aligns with Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools.
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OUR MISSION
Framingham Public Schools (FPS) is committed to excellence for all students and to creating a workforce that reflects our community’s rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Guided by our mission to empower free-thinking, responsible citizens, we value inclusion, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all we do. FPS strives to provide a safe and welcoming environment where every student and staff member can thrive. We actively seek educators and staff who are committed to antiracism, social justice, and civic engagement. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and from members of historically underrepresented groups.
Framingham Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a culturally responsive, antiracist, and inclusive community where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported to thrive.
ABOUT FRAMINGHAM
Framingham, Massachusetts, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community located 20 miles west of Boston, serving as a major hub in the MetroWest area. It successfully blends urban convenience with the comfort of New England neighborhoods, characterized by cultural diversity and a strong community spirit.
A key asset is the Framingham Public School system, which is committed to equity, inclusion, and student success across its nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and Framingham High School. The district is recognized for its dual language programs, comprehensive special education services, and dedication to serving a diverse student population, preparing all learners for college and careers.
Framingham is also home to Framingham State University and offers abundant outdoor opportunities, including Cushing Memorial Park and Callahan State Park. With its blend of educational resources, accessibility, and dynamic community life, Framingham is a welcoming place to live and grow.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.
• Educational Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Professional Experience: Experience working with children or within an educational/community setting is preferred.
• Language Proficiency: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITY
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills, with 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.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Sound reasoning and analytical skills to evaluate information, define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Instructional & Professional Practice: Ability to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and ongoing professional learning to inform practice decisions; experience evaluating student skills and writing clear, concise reports; ability to implement lessons aligned with district and school goals.
• Data & Technology Proficiency: Ability to use data effectively to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes; proficiency in instructional technology and educational software, including Google Workspace for Education.
• Organizational & Leadership Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities to support student programming.
• Cultural Proficiency & Equity: Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to work effectively and equitably with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Compliance & Confidentiality: Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies; ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.
• Professionalism, Attendance & Adaptability: Maintain regular and punctual attendance to ensure consistent department operations; react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations, such as behavioral issues, while maintaining a proactive, solution-focused approach.
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.
I. Instruction Time & Classroom Continuity
• Implements daily substitute lesson plans in the teacher's absence to ensure continuous learning.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning, and appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons and units.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated learning objectives.
• Enforces rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintains order, and assists the administration in implementing school policies governing student life.
• Works with small groups to support their learning and responds to student questions with support and guidance.
• Remains calm, efficient, positive, and addresses immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with district procedures.
II. Non-Instruction Time & Supervision
• Supervises students during lunchtime, circulates throughout the cafeteria, and maintains a positive, safe atmosphere.
• Helps students by opening packages/milk cartons, cleaning up spills, and assisting students through the cafeteria line in an orderly fashion.
• Adheres to routines outlined in the school’s Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) plan as it pertains to the cafeteria.
• Directs student movement to and from the cafeteria, classrooms, hallways, and bathrooms in a safe, organized manner.
• Assists with student arrival and dismissal procedures, including providing coverage for ELT programming.
• Reports disciplinary, safety, sanitary, or fire concerns promptly to the building administrator and/or classroom teacher.
• Professionally represents the school and district in all interactions with parents, community, staff, and students.
III. Safety & Security Operations
• Monitors video surveillance systems daily; reports malfunctions and provides recommendations for enhancements or needs.
• Performs daily building security checks and reports any breaches to Building Administration.
• Assists in lockdown drills, emergency evacuations, and other building security procedures.
• Provides interior and exterior building supervision across common areas, hallways, parking lots, and athletic fields.
• Assists Administrators as needed with locker searches, student restraints, student supervision, and investigations.
• Monitors in-house suspension, after-school suspension, and other designated student supervision assignments.
• Investigates reports of theft, vandalism, or security breaches as assigned by the Administration, and attends extracurricular activities (dances, proms, etc.) as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
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.
• Mobility, Navigation & Travel: Must move about and traverse throughout the school building and grounds; requires the ability to navigate effectively throughout classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds for supervision and instruction.
• Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for considerable periods of time for instructional delivery, administrative tasks, and meetings.
• Sensory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear continuously to ensure student safety, monitor classroom operations, and provide instruction in active school environments.
• Communication: Must communicate effectively and clearly with students, parents, and district personnel in person, via email, and on the telephone or video conference.
• Manual Dexterity & Technology: Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must be able to operate a computer, input data, and utilize instructional technology and office productivity machinery continuously throughout the day.
• General Physical Strength: Ability to lift, move, and position classroom materials and equipment (up to 30 lbs) such as books, supplies, and bulk student devices.
• Working Environment: Must be able to adapt to dynamic, higher-noise school environments during classroom instruction, recess, and observations.
• Interaction & Focus: Must interact routinely with diverse stakeholders, meet multiple high-level demands simultaneously, and maintain focus on student needs amid frequent interruptions.
• School Environment Exposure: Ability to navigate and function effectively within diverse school settings, including classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds, which involve varying noise levels and high-activity environments.
• Behavioral De-escalation & Resilience: Capacity to remain calm and professional when exposed to student behavioral challenges or high-stakes emotional situations; ability to model and apply de-escalation techniques as needed.
REPORTS TO
- Building Principal (and/or Designee).
- The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Association of Framingham (Unit E) Contract.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION
• This position is classified as Non-Exempt (Hourly).
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Covered under Education Association of Framingham (Unit E) Contract
- Work Year: 197 days (Ten-Months) - Included 12 paid holidays
• The District reserves the right to transfer personnel as needed.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
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, ancestry, marital status, or veteran status.
The Framingham Public Schools prohibit sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at the Framingham Public Schools School Committee website. Framingham Public Schools Nondiscrimination Notice.
Revised 2026