FY26 : Lunch / Recess Aide, FY26, 2 hours, Kensington Parkwood ES, TPT

Montgomery County Public Schools; Town of Kensington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Lunch/Recess Aide to monitor student activities during lunchtime and recess. The part-time position requires a high school diploma and experience working with children. Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting teachers, and enforcing safety rules in an engaging environment. This is a temporary part-time position with a flexible schedule, ideal for those looking to work in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma required.
• Experience working with elementary school-aged children necessary.
• Ability to monitor and supervise children during lunch and recess.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student activities and behavior during lunch periods.
• Assist teachers in classroom activities as needed.
• Enforce safety rules and procedures on the playground.

Skills

Effective communication with students

Knowledge of child development

Supervision of recreational activities

Patience and human relations skills

Education

High School or GED diploma

First aid and CPR certificate

Job description

FY26 : Lunch / Recess Aide, FY26, 2 hours, Kensington Parkwood ES, TPTJob Specific Information : This position is 2 hours in the middle of the day, 11 : 30-1 : 30 OR 12 : 00-2 : 00.

This is a Temporary Part Time (TPT) position that does not include benefits. Wage range is dependent on multiple factors. For wage information for this position, please contact the hiring manager.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description

Under general supervision, monitors student activities and behavior on the playground and during student lunch periods. Monitors class during testing or brief absence of teacher; may assist teachers in classroom activities, and perform general clerical tasks. Physical Demands : Ability to patrol for extended periods of time and during all types of weather. Ability to supervise playground / recreational activities, including the enforcement of safety rules, appropriate behavior standards and playground / cafeteria rules and procedures.

Special Requirements

None.

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of applicable school regulations, practices, and procedures, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge. Knowledge of games appropriate for play during recess. Some knowledge of the field of child development. Some knowledge of student behavior management techniques. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and others. Ability to effectively monitor elementary students and to supervise playground and recreational activities. Ability to communicate with students during lunch periods. Considerable patience and demonstrated skills in working with children. Excellent human relations skills. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience

High School or GED diploma required. Experience working with children of elementary school age. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be : First aid and CPR certificate desirable.

Job : Lunch Hour Aide

Job Grade : 7

Organization : Kensington Parkwood Elementary School

Primary Location : Kensington

Schedule : Part-time|Working Months : 10

Shift : Day Job

Job Posting : Sep 3, 2025, 11 : 36 : 11 AM-Ongoing