Framingham Youth Theatre (FYT) Summer Program Aide

About the role

The Framingham Youth Theatre (FYT) Summer Program Aide provides essential instructional and operational support to the Teacher, ensuring the effective delivery of enriching summer programs for our students. This role is responsible for enhancing the educational experience by assisting with project-based learning, managing program materials, and supporting classroom management to maintain a productive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the facilitation of all program activities and support seamless transitions between academic and enrichment sessions.
• Actively assist with daily bus arrival and departure procedures, ensuring the safe and organized transition of students to and from transportation in coordination with program staff.
• Serve as a positive peer mentor, inspiring students to set and achieve ambitious academic and personal goals while maintaining high expectations for success.
• Proactively build and maintain positive, appropriate, and supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and program supervisors.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all students, ensuring the full inclusion and participation of students with special needs and multilingual learners.
• Attend and provide operational support for family engagement activities and other special program events as required to strengthen the school-community connection.
• Participate in all required meetings, training, and professional development sessions to ensure readiness for summer programming.
• Support the daily logistical needs of the program, including student check-in/out, meal times, and the organization of program materials as requested by the Program Director.

Requirements

Candidates must be current high school students.

Skills and Abilities

• Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, parents, and the general public.
• Analyze and interpret professional periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance to ensure consistent department operations and district-wide support.
• Perform duties with awareness of district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Operate and acquire skills in computer software, including Google Workspace, and use instructional technology appropriately to facilitate learning.

Physical Working Conditions

• Mobility & Navigation: Must move throughout school buildings and grounds frequently; navigate quickly across even or uneven surfaces to respond to student needs or emergencies.
• Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for administrative tasks, such as reporting and data entry.
• Technology & Data: Ability to read and input digital and printed data (e.g., complex IEP/evaluative reports) using office productivity machinery.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands/arms to operate technology and handle instructional or administrative tools.
• Physical Strength: Ability to lift at least 20 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, or medical/adaptive equipment).
• Sensory Requirements: Must see and hear on a continuous basis to ensure student safety in a dynamic environment.
• Working Environment: Works in a school setting with moderate-to-high noise levels; requires the ability to maintain focus amid frequent interruptions.
• Crisis Management: Ability to physically engage with and redirect students who exhibit challenging or aggressive behaviors to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Physical Stamina: Sufficient physical strength and agility to manage active behavioral interventions and ensure student supervision during periods of emotional dysregulation.
• Interaction Level: Must frequently sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to interact with early childhood students at their eye level.
• Physical Lifting: Ability to lift and/or move at least 40 lbs (e.g., lifting small children, moving play equipment, or utilizing adaptive medical equipment).
• Hygiene & Safety: Directly responsible for safety and well-being; includes potential exposure to bodily fluids or pathogens associated with early childhood care (e.g., diapering and toileting).

Reports to

Framingham Youth Theatre Summer Program Director

Terms of Employment

• Program Duration: This role is for July and early August.
• Candidates must be available to attend all mandatory summer program orientation and training days held in late June.
• Attendance Requirement: Consistent attendance for the full duration of the summer programming is a prerequisite for eligibility and continued employment in this role.
• Contractual Status: This position is covered under the Framingham School Committee Contract.
• Operational Flexibility: The District reserves the right to transfer personnel to different school sites or programs based on student enrollment, specialized needs, and the best interests of the children.