Immediate: Lunch Hour Aide, Waters Landing ES,1 hour, TPT

mcps; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

mcps in Germantown, MD is seeking a Playground/School Monitor to supervise students during recess and lunch and assist teachers during brief absences. Under general supervision, you will patrol for safety and enforce rules while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and experience with elementary-aged children. First aid and CPR certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children in elementary settings.
• Knowledge of elementary school regulations and child development.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• First aid and CPR certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student activities on playground and during lunch periods.
• Supervise classroom during testing or teacher brief absence, and assist teachers as needed.
• Perform general clerical tasks as required.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication

Patience

Human relations

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Description:
Under general supervision, monitors student activities and behavior on the playground and during student lunch periods. Monitors class during testing or brief absence of teacher; may assist teachers in classroom activities, and perform general clerical tasks.Physical Demands:Ability to patrol for extended periods of time and during all types of weather. Ability to supervise playground/recreational activities, including the enforcement of safety rules, appropriate behavior standards and playground/cafeteria rules and procedures.Special Requirements:None.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of applicable school regulations, practices and procedures, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge. Knowledge of games appropriate for play during recess. Some knowledge of the field of child development. Some knowledge of student behavior management techniques. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and others. Ability to effectively monitor elementary students and to supervise playground and recreational activities. Ability to communicate with students during lunch periods. Considerable patience and demonstrated skills in working with children. Excellent human relations skills. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
Education Training Experience:
High School or GED diploma required. Experience working with children of elementary school age. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:First aid and CPR certificate desirable.