Group Leader Grades 1-2; Solutions Extended

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Job : 5952011
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position:
Group Leader Grades 1-2;
Solutions Extended Day

Location:

- Washington K-2 School

Reports to:

Solutions Site Director

Terms of employment:
Monday
- Friday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM and 11:00 AM-6:00 PM on early release days

Salary: $18 per hour. This position qualifies for town benefits, including Health Insurance.

General Description:

Franklin Public Schools is seeking a Group Leader. The Group Leader is responsible for assisting with the daily operation of the Solutions after school program at their assigned site. The Group Leader ensures a safe and engaging environment for children.

• Lead and actively participate in program activities with students.
• Assist with daily attendance and resolve attendance discrepancies.
• Work collaboratively with site staff to implement daily program components and activities.
• Assist to maintain accurate and up-to-date program records with the support of Program Directors.
• Assist in reviewing and updating educational materials and curriculum resources.
• Assist in developing and submitting monthly curriculum and lesson plans by designated due dates.
• Ensure all program areas remain clean, organized, and safe, including sweeping floors and sanitizing table surfaces.

• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and school personnel.
• Basic computer knowledge (Google Apps a plus)
• Must be 18 and have a High School Diploma

We understand that our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the FPS community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. We are committed to reflecting that diversity in our staff.

We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible; to that end, we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at Franklin Public Schools.

Franklin Public Schools is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with state and federal law, including based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, pregnancy-related status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual harassment, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information and/or disability.

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The Lifelong Learning Institute is the community education branch of the Franklin Public Schools in Franklin, MA. Lifelong Learning provides educational experiences for Franklin residents (and those from surrounding towns) from pre-school through retirement and beyond. This all-encompassing mission is accomplished through the efforts of dedicated employees of the Franklin Public Schools, and is supplemented with the talents of a number of our "friends in education" who partner and collaborate with us.

The Lifelong Learning Institute is a fully functioning part of the Franklin Public Schools and has been in existence since the fall of 1998.Schools are among the greatest resources a community has to offer its residents. In Franklin, the Lifelong Learning Institute provides opportunities for Town residents (and those from surrounding towns), who may or may not have school-aged children, to access a level of educational support, a sense of belonging and a feeling of ownership, while simultaneously enjoying a quality learning experience.

The programs of Lifelong Learning include:

Lifelong Community Learning:
Arts & Crafts, Lifestyle & Culture, Exercise & Wellness, Team Sports, Workshops & Special Events, Online Learning, and Kids' Corner (grades K-8)
Solutions Extended Day/Enrichment Program:
Before & After School Program, Summer Adventure, and Extended Learning Activities Lifelong Music Academy:
Private Music Lessons, The String School of Franklin, The Band School of Franklin, The Chorus School of…