Community Field Coordinator (CFC) - [Frederick Elementary] (Temporary Vacancy) (Anticipated Vacancy)(SY26-27)

Frederick Elementary; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools Frederick Elementary in Dorchester invites applications for a Community Field Coordinator (CFC) as a temporary vacancy to support a paraprofessional on leave. The CFC develops school-wide outreach, forges partnerships with community agencies and families, and coordinates culturally responsive activities.

Reporting to the Principal, the role emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and engagement with diverse communities to strengthen parent involvement and resource

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 48 college credit hours or an Associate's degree, or passing ParaPro/WorkKeys.
• Excellent interpersonal and strong communication skills.
• Experience building community partnerships and serving youth.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and develop a marketing plan for the school newsletter and brochures.
• Establish partnerships with community and corporate agencies.
• Lead community outreach using culturally and linguistically appropriate strategies.
• Coordinate events celebrating diverse student heritage.
• Develop strategies for parent and family involvement.
• Support in coordinating parent/community advocacy and support for the school.
• Make phone contact with parents/guardians.
• Identify resources and speakers for dialogues with the student body.
• Develop corporate partnerships to secure additional resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with youth

Community partnerships

Cultural sensitivity

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college credit hours or an Associate's degree or ParaPro/WorkKeys

Authorization to work in the United States

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Community Field Coordinator (CFC) - [Frederick Elementary] (Temporary Vacancy) (Anticipated Vacancy)(SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools Frederick Elementary - Dorchester, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Boston Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5951916

Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This position is an anticipated temporary vacancy covering for a paraprofessional on leave. The position is expected to end on TBDwhen the current paraprofessional returns to work. At that time, the covering paraprofessional will be terminated from the position.

The Community Field Coordinator (CFC) will assist with the implementation of the school-wide support and community outreach program. The CFC develops and implements programs and strategies that will establish partnerships and collaborations with community agencies, corporate organizations, and families.

The CFC will maintain high a level of professionalism, responsibility, consistency, and respect at all times.

Reports to: Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

• Initiate and develop a marketing plan for the school newsletter and brochures.
• Establish formal/informal partnerships with community and corporate agencies.
• Initiate community outreach using appropriate cultural and linguistic strategies.
• Coordinate events and celebrations including culturally diverse activities that affirm the international heritage of all students and their families.
• Develop strategies to ensure parent and family involvement in the school.
• Assist in the coordination of parent/community advocacy and support for the school.
• Make phone contact with students' parents/guardians.
• Identify resources collaborators/speakers to facilitate dialogues and presentations for the student body.
• Initiate and develop corporate partnerships that will provide additional financial and programmatic resources for the school.

Qualifications - Required

• Education:High School Diploma or GED
• Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment ( http://www.ets.org/parapro/ ) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants ( http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html ).
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated success in establishing community partnerships and networks
• Experience working with young people
• Demonstrated experience working with community-based organizations, particularly those that work with migrants and immigrant families
• Sensitivity to student cultural and special needs
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment

Qualifications - Preferred

• Associate's degree.
• Computer literacy.
• Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, and report writing of projects.
• Proven managerial expertise in an urban setting.
• Experience working in urban schools.
• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Terms:BTU, Paraprofessional Unit, Contractual Hourly Rate

Please refer to the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [e-mail] .

Position Type: Traditional

Job Categories:

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources
• 2300 Washington Street
• Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
• Email: [e-mail]