Lunch and Recess Aide

Hebrew Public; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Loan counseling

Professional development

University partnerships

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Hebrew Public in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Lunch & Recess Aide to support students during lunch and recess, ensuring safety and positive social interaction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with children; first aid and CPR certifications are a plus. Familiarity with handling students with special needs is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children required.
• First Aid and CPR certifications are a plus.
• Experience with students with special needs and adaptive equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and recess and enforce rules.
• Maintain a clean lunch environment and assist with food service as needed.
• Lead indoor and outdoor recess activities and supervise transitions.
• Monitor student movement to common areas and assist as needed.

Skills

Experience with children

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Special needs experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

HLA2 2286 Cropsey Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11214

Why HLA2?

HLA2 is part of a small group of schools run by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens. We are NOT a religious or Jewish organization (we know the word Hebrew can be confusing in that regard!). We ARE a network of public charter schools that help children become global citizens who are great problem solvers, aware communicators, and lifelong learners who make a positive difference in the world around them. Join a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact—together, we’re building something extraordinary!

What’s the role

We are looking for a driven Lunch & Recess Aide to support students during lunch and recess. Aides are an integral part of the team, supporting student safety and social-emotional development.

What you’ll do

• Supervises student behavior while at lunch and recess, strictly enforcing behavioral expectations.
• Supports students with maintaining a clean lunch environment.
• Leads student activities during indoor and outdoor recess. Must be comfortable with being outside during all seasons.
• Monitors student movement from class to common areas (bathrooms, nurse) at hallway posts.
• Participate in food service training as needed.
• Other lunch duties as assigned.

Who you are

• High school diploma or GED as a requirement
• Experience working with children required
• American Red Cross First Aid Training Certificate is a plus
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate is a plus
• Experience working with students with special needs as well as wheelchairs, lifts, ramps, and special needs adaptive equipment is a plus

What you’ll love about us?

Great teachers transform student lives. That’s why Hebrew Public has been making big moves to support and reward you in your work. At Hebrew Public, you will be part of a team of educators dedicated to improving student outcomes and helping students grow into empathetic, ethical, and curious global citizens.

• Wellness Matters: Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.
• Perks for You: Student Loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships
• Learn & Grow: Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
• Advance Your Career: University partnerships for certification.
• Travel: Opportunities for global travel experiences.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply. Don't meet every single requirement? We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.

If you need accommodations or assistance due to a disability, please reach out to us at [e-mail] . This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.