Activity Helper Arcadia

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Arcadia Elementary in Kalamazoo is hiring an Hourly Activity Helper to supervise students during lunch and recess, working 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. You will participate in the behavior team, ensure safety, and support students through interactive play.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, strong oral communication, and a positive example for students. Apply online at www.kpsjobs.com; position remains posted until filled.

Qualifications

• Proof of High School Diploma or accredited equivalency.
• Evidence of effective oral communication skills.
• Evidence of behavior that demonstrates a positive role model for students.
• Availability for employment during lunch hours of the school year.
• Previous record of good attendance.
• Ability and willingness to follow guidelines.
• Ability to play with students.

Responsibilities

• Checks Activity Helper Bulletin Board or meets with Lead Activity Helper for assignments each day.
• Supervises students in building designated eating locations and on the playground (all seasons).
• Checks to see that all trays and debris from each group have been removed from tables and placed in the garbage containers, verifies no recess equipment and/or personal items are left on the playground.
• Takes assigned groups to the area where children are to remain until the lunch period is over.
• REMAINS WITH STUDENTS AT ALL TIMES and is responsible for their SAFETY.
• Becomes familiar with the Activity Helper Binder, its contents, and location.
• Attends meetings as scheduled.
• Interacts with children each day through play.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Student interaction

Play with students

Follow guidelines

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Hourly Activity Helper

Arcadia Elementary

$16.93-$19.18 per hour

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday

Scope of Responsibilities

In conjunction with the building behavior team, supervise students during lunch and recess.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Checks Activity Helper Bulletin Board or meets with Lead Activity Helper for assignments each day.
2. Supervises students in building designated eating locations and on the playground (all seasons).
3. Checks to see that all trays and debris from each group have been removed from tables and placed in the garbage containers, verifies no recess equipment and/or personal items are left on the playground.
4. Takes assigned groups to the area where children are to remain until the lunch period is over.
5. REMAINS WITH STUDENTS AT ALL TIMES and is responsible for their SAFETY.
6. Becomes familiar with the Activity Helper Binder, its contents, and location.
7. Attends meetings as scheduled.
8. Interacts with children each day through play.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Supply proof of High School Diploma or accredited equivalency.
2. Evidence of effective oral communication skills.
3. Evidence of behavior that demonstrates a positive role model for students.
4. Availability for employment during lunch hours of the school year.
5. Previous record of good attendance.
6. Ability and willingness to follow guidelines.
7. Ability to play with students.

Desirable Qualifications

1. History of working successfully with elementary students.

Please apply online at www.kpsjobs.com

This job will remain posted until filled.

Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.