Elementary Lunchroom & Recess Supervisor

South Washington County Schools; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Voluntary plans (accident, criticalIll

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plans

Job summary

South Washington County Schools seeks a Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional at Bailey Elementary School to supervise students during lunch and recess, enforce behavioral guidelines, and support a safe, respectful environment.

The role involves assisting with meals, escorting students, resolving conflicts on site, and collaborating with staff. Requires high school diploma, ability to lift 10 pounds, and a positive, inclusive approach to diverse learners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Competencies as required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and desire to work with children in the 5-12 year age group.
• Demonstrates ability to establish guidelines of behavior and to enforce the consequences in a consistent manner.
• Demonstrates ability to supervise large groups of children ranging in number up to 130.
• Actively participates in district-sponsored training when offered.
• Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to pass Paraprofessional fitness for duty tests.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize students with and enforce a set of appropriate and expected behavioral guidelines and consequences for lunchroom and recess period.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to enhance their self-concept and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all kitchen, lunchroom, and building staff so that all employees and visitors experience a positive working atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Escort students to lunchroom, restrooms, lockers, and nurse's office, as necessary.
• Provide on-site conflict resolution, referring incidents to building principal for attention.
• Wash lunchroom tables and provides general clean-up between lunch periods/groups and after the last lunch period of each day.
• Be prepared daily to supervise outside recess activities.
• Direct safe movement of groups of students to and from recess area, which may include walking through parking and bus loading areas.
• Encourage students to engage in appropriate recess activities, recommend activities as necessary.
• Ensure play equipment is used safely and notify building principal of any equipment in need of repair.
• Perform other cafeteria duties, as directed by building principal, when not supervising recess activities.
• Maintain a harmonious and all-inclusive atmosphere for students during the lunch and recess period.
• Provide other student and area supervision as directed by building principal.
• Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Communication

Positive attitude

Behavior guidelines

Large-group supervision

District-sponsored training

Professional image

Computing basics

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

South Washington County Schools seeks a Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional at Bailey Elementary School to supervise students during lunch and recess, enforce behavioral guidelines, and support a safe, respectful environment.

The role involves assisting with meals, escorting students, resolving conflicts on site, and collaborating with staff. Requires high school diploma, ability to lift 10 pounds, and a positive, inclusive approach to diverse learners.