.14 FTE Part Time Office/ Lunch and Recess Assistant - Newman Elementary School

Newman Elementary School; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Newman Elementary School in Needham, MA is seeking a energetic part-time office aide to support administrative tasks and supervise students during lunch and recess. The role includes light office duties, answering phones, and assisting with receptionist tasks, with additional duties as assigned.

The position is 4.9 hours per week with an hourly rate range of $22.58–$24.88, per the Unit D Contract. Must be able to work collaboratively with staff and engage with middle school-aged students in a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adolescents is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete light office work.
• Answer phones and receptionist tasks.
• Supervise student lunch and recess.
• Provide class coverage as needed.
• Supervise afternoon bus departures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Office support

Phone reception

Lunch/recess supervision

Class coverage

Bus departures supervision

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

.14 FTE Part Time Office/ Lunch and Recess Assistant - Newman Elementary School

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Job Details

Job ID: 1554404
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled part-time office assitant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The part-time office aide will also support students at lunch and recess.

Hours:

4.9 hours per week (Schedule negotiable)

Compensation:

Please review the Unit D Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits. Hourly rate range:$22.58-$24.88

Essential Job Responsibilities

Duties will include:

• Complete light office work
• Support office staff by answering phones and assistingwith receptionist tasks
• Supervisestudent lunch and recess, with support from additional staff members
• Provide class coverage as needed
• Supervise afternoon bus departures
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
• Understanding of middle school-aged children
• Ability to make decisions at the moment to ensure the safety of all students
• Ability to establish a supportiveenvironment for all students
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members
• Ability to maintain confidential information regarding students and families
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to stand and work both indoors and outdoors for multiple hours
• Interestin and appreciation for middle school students

Qualifications

Experience working with children and/or adolescents in active settings is a plus.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information

• Jessica Peterson , Principal
• Newman Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]