Lunch and Recess Monitor / Educational Assistant - 25/26 School Year

DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Lunch and Recess Monitor and Educational Assistant for the upcoming school year. This split role involves supervising students during lunch and recess while also providing classroom support to enhance students' academic, social, and behavioral development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Join a community that values character development and continuous learning, and contribute to shaping young minds in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.

Benefits

4 Paid Holidays

3 Days of PTO

10 Days Sick Time

Qualifications

• Must effectively communicate with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support positive student interactions during lunch and recess.
• Assist teachers in maintaining orderly instructional areas.
• Provide individualized support to students with academic needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work with Different Learning Styles

Initiative and Self-Starter

Education

Experience as an Educational Assistant or Paraprofessional

Job description

Lunch and Recess Monitor / Educational Assistant - 25/26 School Year JobID: 768

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Lunch/Recess Monitor
  
  
• Date Posted:
  3/31/2025
  
  
• Location:
  DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/11/2025
  
  

DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science will cultivate a passion for learning through an enriched and individualized approach to education. The DaVinci community will work together to ensure positive character development and build a strong foundation for continuous learning.

POSITION TITLE: Lunch and Recess Monitor/Elementary General Educational Assistant

REPORTS TO: Elementary Principal

POSITION OBJECTIVE: This split role supports elementary classrooms in the morning and afternoon. During lunch and recess, this position supervises students in the lunchroom and on our expansive playground and outdoor area. This position provides variety and a chance to interact with students across grade levels. The Educational Assistant role will directly or indirectly assist and support students and teachers in classrooms as it aligns with the mission, vision, and pillars of DaVinci Academy.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the Lunch & Recess Monitor and the Educational Assistant roles may vary based upon specific assignment. Duties may also change at any time based upon administration or teacher examination or reexamination of student or program needs.

The following is a non-inclusive list of responsibilities that may be part of an Educational Assistant’s assignment:

1. Support positive student interactions and promote safety while in the lunchroom or on the playground.
2. Rotate the playground and/or supervise assigned area as instructed by the recess lead.
3. Interact with students and promote positive student interactions.
4. Provide supervision for students who may need to travel back into the building from time to time.
5. Support student supervision and clean up after lunch times.
6. Support academic, social, and behavioral development for elementary students:
7. Prepares classroom resources as directed by teachers.
8. Provides individualized or small group support to students with academic needs.
9. Assists teachers in maintaining orderly and attractive instructional areas (e.g., putting up bulletin board displays, storing supplies, etc.).
10. Other duties as assigned to assist the teacher or teaching staff with ongoing instructional programs and school-related activities.
11. Assist with ongoing assessment of individual or small groups of students.

Minimal expectations of an Educational Assistant:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum content for classes in which s/he assists.
2. Participate in district trainings and in-services.
3. Be discreet and respectful of confidential information.
4. Work cooperatively with all school personnel.
5. Demonstrate a warm and receptive attitude toward all students.
6. Comply with school district employment policies.

Qualifications:

1. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
2. Demonstrates excellent oral and written communications skills.
3. Demonstrated competence working with different learning styles.
4. Ability to identify, interpret, and follow school policies and procedures.
5. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
6. Experience as an educational assistant or paraprofessional is preferred.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk within the school building and grounds; the employee is occasionally required to stand for short periods; the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Position Information:

Hourly Pay Range: $17-$19 per hour

Duty Days: Modified year round, 175 duty days per year.

Time Off: 4 paid holidays, 3 days of PTO, and 10 days sick time to accrue.

Start Date: August 11th, 2025.

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