Long Term Substitute: Child Care Educator

Long Term Substitute:
Child Care Educator Staff Child Day Care Center At Framingham High School

The Long Term Substitute:
Child Care Educator serves as a foundational caregiver and instructional assistant, delivering high-quality care and support to young children. Operating primarily within an inclusionary setting (least restrictive environment), this role is essential to Framingham Public Schools' day-to-day operations and strategic goal of fostering the development of the "whole child" by supporting early academic, social-emotional, and physical growth needs. The Child Care Educator helps meet general daily classroom goals, supports children with special needs, and protects their physical and emotional health and safety.

This commitment aligns with Framingham Public Schools' high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of care, and the promotion of dignity and equity for all children and subgroups within our community.

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.

Framingham, Massachusetts, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community located 20 miles west of Boston, serving as a major hub in the Metro West 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.

Current and valid Massachusetts Office of Early Education and Care (EEC) license for a childcare provider is preferred.

Infant/Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Education or a related field preferred.

Prior experience working within an early childhood environment required; specialized experience with infants and toddlers is highly preferred.

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is preferred.

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood play, activities, and milestones.

Ability to read, interpret, and internalize operational documents such as safety rules, memos, and procedure manuals.

Proficiency in expressing ideas clearly and concisely in both written and oral forms with staff, leadership, and families.

Strong interpersonal skills to work seamlessly as an active member of a classroom instructional team.

Ability to establish and maintain highly effective and empathetic working connections with students, parents, staff, and the community.

Proactive and solution-oriented approach to identifying and answering children's physical and developmental needs.

Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in working with children of diverse backgrounds and varying needs in an equitable and inclusive manner.

Ability to execute daily care with complete awareness of district requirements and School Committee policies.

Skill in establishing supportive, stable boundaries with young children without encouraging counterproductive emotional dependency.

Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; maintain professional composure, patient focus, and modeling behaviors when faced with unpredictable or high-stress early childhood classroom situations.

Assists children with daily physical routines, including putting on and taking off outerwear, moving safely from room to room, and navigating classroom spaces.

Delivers necessary physical care throughout the workday, including the regular feeding, changing, and toileting of children based on individual developmental and hygiene needs.

Supports and guides students with special needs, affirming their…