Coordinator of the Early Childhood Alliance of Framingham (ECAF) Program

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Coordinator of the Early Childhood Alliance of Framingham (ECAF) Program

Department of Multilingual Education

2026\-2027 School Year

POSITION SUMMARY

The Coordinator of Early Childhood Alliance of Framingham (ECAF) Program will provide comprehensive support for children, families, educators and community either directly or through referrals, in order to support stabilization and promote school readiness, healthy development, and emotional well\-being of children ages birth through 5 years. This position has oversight of the nationally recognized ParentChild\+ home visitation program whose primary mission is to honor the parent as the child’s first and most important teacher. The approach is done by offering early literacy and school readiness family education and support through Early Learning Specialists who act as coaches/facilitators for exciting learning and reinforcing the importance of nurturing the parent\-child relationship right from the start. This commitment aligns with Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to culturally responsive, quality instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and a sense of belonging for all subgroups within our 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

• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License or another means of transportation

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: A Bachelor's or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Social Work, Non\-Profit Management, or a related field preferred.

* Professional Experience: Background and experience in early education, family support, community building, management and program planning preferred.

* Language Proficiency: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly 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: Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from district staff, school administrators, the School Committee, and the broader community.

* Analytical Problem Solving: Sound reasoning and problem\-solving skills to evaluate district\-wide information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend appropriate policies, procedures, or courses of action.

* Strategic Planning \& Evidence\-Based Practice: Capacity to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, technical procedures, and governmental regulations to inform district\-level policies, operational decisions, and strategic planning.

* Relationship Building \& Collaboration: Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective cross\-departmental working relationships with school leaders, district staff, community partners, and vendors.

* Cultural Proficiency: Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in fostering an equitable and inclusive district environment for all staff, students, and families.

* Reliability, Professionalism \& Composure: Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance to ensure consistent district operations. Exhibit professionalism and composure in responding to unpredictable or high\-stakes situations, maintaining a proactive and solution\-focused approach.

* Organization \& Time Management: Strong organizational and project\-management skills to work independently, prioritize district\-level initiatives, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

* Data\-Driven Decision Making: Ability to use complex data sets effectively to inform resource allocation, policy development, and continuous improvement efforts across the district.

* Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in using technology and enterprise software; ability to operate a computer and utilize systems relevant to district operations (e.g., Google Workspace, HR/Finance platforms, or Student Information Systems).

* Compliance \& Confidentiality: Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with state and federal laws, Framingham Public Schools policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive personnel, legal, financial, and student information.

* Grant \& Fiscal Management: Proven experience managing complex grant cycles, including preparing competitive proposals, tracking expenditures, managing payroll/invoicing and compliance reporting to state agencies.

* Early Childhood Expertise: Strong knowledge of early childhood development, family systems, and early education best practices.

* Family Outreach \& Case Management: Ability to engage diverse and at\-risk populations, conduct intakes and screenings, and provide appropriate referrals and support services.

* Community Leadership \& Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and facilitate cross\-sector partnerships, convene stakeholders, and support community\-based initiatives

* Program Design \& Facilitation: Experience developing and delivering family\-centered programs, workshops, and educational activities.

* Resource Navigation: Knowledge of community resources and ability to guide families in accessing services and supports.

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. Administration/Fiscal Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation and administration of the Framingham Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant, including the nationally recognized ParentChild\+ Home Program.
• Maintain ongoing communication with state agencies and national program partners to ensure alignment with grant requirements and program standards.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and end\-of\-year reports, ensuring accurate tracking and progress toward established benchmarks.
• Lead development and submission of grant proposals, including renewal and competitive funding opportunities.
• Manage all fiscal operations of the program and grants, including budget tracking, purchasing, invoicing, payroll coordination, and financial reporting.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage grant funding to generate in\-kind contributions and other funds to support the program.

II. Outreach \& Direct Services for Families

• Lead outreach efforts to engage families, including those at risk or hard\-to\-reach providers and informal caregivers.
• Develop and implement inclusive, culturally and linguistically responsive outreach strategies and materials.
• Conduct family intakes and ongoing assessments for all families new to the program, including ParentChild\+ Home Program.
• Screen new and existing families for potential risk factors.
• Design, coordinate, and facilitate family\-centered programs, workshops, and community events.
• Promote and support opportunities for parent leadership, inclusive of volunteer group facilitation, Volunteer Team activities, and Council membership.

III. Resource \& Referral Activities

• Maintain knowledge of community resources to support children and families across a range of needs.
• Provide referrals and care coordination, including follow\-up to ensure successful connections.
• Support families in navigating systems such as early education, health care, and social services
• Provide information and support to families transitioning between and among home, early intervention, early education, and care settings, and Framingham Public Schools.
• Provide developmental screening support and share guidance, resources, and follow\-up as appropriate.

IV. Community Collaboration \& Coordination

• Convene and facilitate an early childhood governing Leadership Council of interestholders, including parents.
• Collaborate and coordinate service delivery with community partners/alliances.
• Conduct a community needs assessment and family survey to ensure that program resources are utilized most efficiently to meet the needs of the community.
• Participate in local and statewide initiatives to support early childhood systems development and best practices.
• Maintain a space at the Framingham Public Library and design ECAF child\-family programs.

V. Support of the Early Education \& Care Community

• Strengthen connections among local early education leaders through outreach and collaboration.
• Share information on training, professional development, and quality support services to the early education and care and out\-of\-school time provider community in Framingham.
• Support implementation of training initiatives and alignment of program practices across the early education system, including ParentChild\+ training initiatives.
• Align program curriculum planning and socio\-emotional and behavioral (SEB) support efforts in collaboration with the Director of Early Education.

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Partnerships.

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 central office building. Requires the ability to travel to and navigate effectively throughout various school buildings and district grounds for meetings, site visits, or emergency responses.

* Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for considerable periods of time for administrative tasks, virtual/in\-person meetings, reporting, and extensive data entry.

* Sensory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear continuously to participate in meetings, monitor district operations, and ensure safety when visiting active school environments.

* Communication: Must communicate effectively and clearly with district personnel, school staff, and the public 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 digital/printed data, and use other office productivity machinery continuously throughout the day.

* General Physical Strength: Expected to lift and carry up to 20 lbs (e.g., laptops, presentation materials, files, or office supplies) between the central office and school sites.

* Working Environment: Works primarily in a professional office setting with moderate noise levels, but must be able to adapt to dynamic, higher\-noise school environments during site visits and observations.

* Interaction \& Focus: Must interact routinely with diverse stakeholders, meet multiple high\-level demands simultaneously, and maintain focus on complex tasks amid frequent interruptions.

* Community Travel \& Site Navigation: Requires frequent travel across the district and local community to facilitate programs, meet with partners, and maintain spaces at off\-site locations (e.g., Framingham Public Library or partner agencies).

* Dynamic Interaction (Early Childhood): Occasional need to reach, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit on the floor to interact safely and appropriately with young children and their caregivers during program events, playgroups, or intake sessions.

* Event \& Materials Handling: Ability to frequently lift, carry, set up, and break down materials for community events. This includes safely lifting up to 30 lbs of supplies (e.g., boxes of books, educational toys, publisher resource guides, and event signage).

* Flexible Working Environments: Ability to seamlessly transition between a standard, stationary administrative office setting and dynamic, higher\-noise environments during family engagement events or community meetings.

* Flexible Scheduling: May occasionally require adjusting work hours to attend or facilitate evening/weekend family events and community council meetings.

REPORTS TO

• Director of Partnerships (and/or designee)
• The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Framingham School Committee Contract.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all departmental staff (ECAF \& ParentChild\+)

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION

• This position is classified as Exempt (Salaried).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Covered under the Framingham School Committee Contract.
• Work Year: 200 days (Ten Months)
• 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 2025