Lunch/Recess Aide

Young World Physical Education; Dunstable (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Swallow Union Elementary School in Dunstable, MA is seeking a Lunch/Recess Aide to supervise students in the cafeteria, playground and throughout the school during lunchtime. The role involves guiding groups, assisting with lunch line items, and encouraging positive lunchroom behavior.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (preferred) and prior experience with children. The position is part-time and requires collaboration with staff to ensure a safe, orderly lunchtime experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in cafeteria, playground and school premises during lunch.
• Assist with transition of students to/from lunch and supervise lunch periods.
• Set a positive example for lunchroom etiquette and manners.
• Monitor student behavior and assist with discipline within school rules.
• Coordinate with kitchen and staff to ensure smooth lunchtime operations.
• Support safety and appropriate behavior on playground and during transitions.

Skills

Relate to children

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Boundaries with children

Emotional resilience

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Groton-Dunstable Regional School District Swallow Union Elementary School - Dunstable, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Lunch/Recess Aide

Groton-Dunstable Regional School District Swallow Union Elementary School - Dunstable, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5873070
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

ROLE: To actively supervise the pupils in the cafeteria, playground and throughout the school premises during the lunchtime period.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Responsibilities The Lunch/Recess Aide will help with the transition of students to/from the lunchroom. They will also assist students with the orderly procurement of their lunches. The Aide will help supervise students while eating to assure that they are orderly, safe, and mannerly during the lunchtime which may include both indoor and outdoor supervision. The Aide will work with students to learn appropriate lunchroom etiquette, good manners, cleaning up after themselves, and encouraging appropriate, positive intermingling of students

Example of Duties

1. Guiding groups of students to/from lunchroom and classroom and/or play area.
2. Guiding students’ toward appropriate behavior while in lunch line
3. Assisting younger children in getting lunch trays, milk and condiments
4. Helping younger children in opening lunch items
5. Monitoring student behavior and providing appropriate discipline as necessary within guidelines of school rules
6. Assisting students in cleaning up after themselves (spills, wiping tables, disposing of trash, etc)
7. Helping to wash tables, pick up floor trash and ready condiments between lunch sessions and after lunch period.
8. Working with kitchen, custodial and instructional staff to implement ways to make the lunchtime run more smoothly and efficiently
9. Monitoring students for safety and appropriate behavior on the playground
10. Other duties as assigned, assist the staff of the school in getting adequate lunch break while providing appropriate school supervision

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience: Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to relate to children in a positive but firm manner
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with children and adults
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children
• Emotionally resilient in working with challenging behaviors

Knowledge and Understanding:

• Knowledge and understanding of developmental stages of children physically, emotionally, and cognitively
• Basic child care health and safety knowledge

Other:

• Strong work ethic
• Honest
• Punctual

Position Type: Part-time
Salary: $16 to $16 Per Hour
Job Categories:

• Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Welcome to Swallow Union Elementary School

The original structure of Swallow Union School still stands nestled amongst the rolling farm lands in the town of Dunstable, MA. Although it has expanded through the years to accommodate the growth of the town, the warmth of the staff and high quality education the students receive, as well as the support from the community remains steadfast.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Jarvis , Principal
• 522 Main Street
• Dunstable, Massachusetts 01827
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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