Extended Learning Opportunities Student Supervision Education Support Professional - Lowell

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA, seeks an After School Program Supervisor to monitor students during District-sponsored activities, promote safe behavior, and support student safety after school hours. This 0.30 FTE role works 3 hours per day (12 hours/week) across a 10-month, 195-day school year.

The position offers a $20 per hour wage with no provided benefits. Responsibilities include observing student behavior, intervening when needed, and coordinating with school staff and community

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Background checks including fingerprints and successful background clearances are required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain composure in busy environments.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor student behavior during activities, transitions, and events to ensure safety.
• Intervene as needed to support students and document incidents.
• Provide routine communication with staff and partners about daily supervision.

Skills

Cooperate with others

Fairness

Multicultural awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools

Expected Start Date: October, 2026

FTE: .30

Hours per day: 3 hours per day; 12 hours/week; After school hours

Salary Level: $20

Union/Work Year: Tacoma Association of Education Support Professionals; 10-month; 195 days

Benefits: None

Additional Information: In collaboration with the Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Department staff, building administrators and community partners, this position will supervise students while they are participating in Extended Learning Opportunities after school.

SUMMARY

This position monitors students during District-sponsored activities, programs, and events to promote appropriate behavior, maintain an orderly environment, and support student safety.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Observes and monitors student behavior during District-sponsored activities, programs, transitions, and events to promote appropriate and safe behavior; including but not limited to arrival and departure, lunch, playground, field trips, and extended learning opportunities.
2. Intervenes as needed to assist and support students during activities, programs, transitions, and events. Follows established procedures for addressing student behavior concerns, with support from the principal or designee as needed; documents and reports incidents as required.
3. Provides support in the school environment during student activities, programs, transitions, and events and remains alert to potentially unsafe situations to prevent accidents and/or injuries. Supports student “check in” and “check out.”
4. Provides routine communication and support to program staff, school personnel, and District departments regarding daily operational and student supervision matters.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Performs related duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS

Works with students in indoor and outdoor settings; physical ability to assist children; may be exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school graduation or equivalent.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Fingerprints and successful Washington State Patrol (WSP), FBI background, and sexual misconduct clearances required.

Current CPR and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of building policies and procedures related to playground and lunchroom student behavior.

Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with students.

Ability to establish and maintain effective work and student relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.