Position: Noon Hour Supervisor
Job Summary: The Noon Hour Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety and well-being of students during lunch periods and recess. This position involves supervising students in designated areas, including the cafeteria, playground, and indoor common spaces, to maintain a safe, orderly, and positive environment. The Noon Hour Supervisor is key in promoting respectful interactions and supporting school policies and behavior expectations during unstructured times.
Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Demonstrate a supportive, patient, and encouraging demeanor when interacting with students.
- Capable of performing outdoor duties in various weather conditions, including supervising playground activities and assisting in different areas.
- Able to manage groups of students calmly and assertively, utilizing tact and respect in all interactions.
- Friendly, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with students and staff, fostering a welcoming and safe environment.
- Reliable and punctual, committed to being consistently present and engaged during assigned hours.
- Willingness to participate in basic first-aid training provided by the school nurse, with the ability to respond to minor injuries or incidents confidently.
Reports to: Building Principal or Assistant Principal (where applicable)
Responsibilities:
- Supervise students during lunch periods, including ensuring appropriate behavior, assisting with seating arrangements, and monitoring activities in the cafeteria.
- Manage student behavior during recess by promoting safe play, mediating conflicts, and encouraging inclusive activities.
- Implement school rules and behavior guidelines consistently, modeling respectful and positive interactions.
- Assist students as needed, including helping with lunch items, managing spills, and handling minor injuries or incidents.
- Communicate with school staff regarding any behavioral or safety concerns that arise during lunch or recess.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment in lunch and recess areas, reporting any maintenance or safety issues to school administration.
- Safely monitor external safety concerns & report to Admin/Security
- Use spatial awareness and cover various areas of playgrounds/cafeteria (spread out)
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Terms of Employment: 2.0 hours per day 169 days/school year.