2024-2025 School Aide Posting - PS 56 (10X056)

NYC Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking educational institution where you will play a vital role in supporting students and teachers. This position involves supervising students during lunch and various activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will assist with clerical tasks and maintain school inventories, contributing to a positive learning environment. If you are energetic, proactive, and passionate about education, this opportunity offers a rewarding experience in shaping young minds while working collaboratively with school staff.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Experience working with students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students during lunch and daily activities.
• Maintain order and facilitate lunch service.

Skills

Excellent attendance and punctuality

Effective communication with supervisors and staff

Human relations skills

Ability to carry out tasks efficiently

Bilingual abilities

Ability to stand for long periods

Ability to lift objects up to 10 lbs

Experience with high school students

Team player

Hard-working and proactive

Job description

Job Details

General Duties and Responsibilities

1. Relieve teachers of school activities that do not require teaching or professional skills, under supervision.
2. Perform monitorial and patrol duties such as yard, hall, lavatory, and study hall supervision.
3. Handle, store, and distribute textbooks, instructional supplies, and special materials.
4. Assist with routine clerical work.
5. Maintain order in the lunchroom and facilitate lunch service.
6. Maintain school inventories.
7. Assist with routine school clerical tasks, including checking reports, notes, and library lists.
8. Manage the arrival and departure of children transported by bus.
9. Receive children in the lunchroom, guide them in washing, disposing of wraps, and lining up for lunch.
10. Perform additional duties as requested by teachers or principals.
11. Facilitate lunch service, assist older children in obtaining lunch, oversee return of dishes and utensils, and dispose of refuse.
12. Supervise and lead children during daily activities such as entry, dismissal, lunch, and emergency drills.

Minimum Selection Criteria

1. Excellent attendance and punctuality record.
2. Ability to work effectively with supervisors and school staff.
3. Good human relations skills.
4. Ability to efficiently carry out assigned tasks.
5. Bilingual abilities are a plus for schools with language needs.
6. Ability to walk or stand for long periods.
7. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
8. Experience working with students, preferably high school age.
9. Ability to hold high school students to high expectations.
10. Team player with a strong sense of responsibility.
11. Hard-working, energetic, and proactive.

Work Schedule and Compensation

Monday to Friday, with hours varying by school. Minimum of 4 hours per day, five days a week. Salary as per Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Application Process

Positions are subject to final budget approval. All applicants must undergo fingerprinting and background checks. Send cover letter and resume to your chosen school(s) by 05/13/2025:

P.S. 056 Norwood Heights

341 E 207th St,
Bronx, NY 10467

Attention: Maureen O'Neill

Email: [e-mail]

Fax: [phone]

Equal Opportunity Statement

The NYC Department of Education is committed to providing educational and employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or other protected statuses. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity or via the DOE website.