Lunch/Recess Aide

American Leadership Academy, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

American Leadership Academy in Gilbert, AZ, is seeking Lunch/Recess Aides for the 2026-2027 school year at the Gilbert North Elementary campus. Candidates must obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities include supervising students during lunch and recess, promoting healthy eating, addressing conflicts, and assisting with meals. This part-time role requires a proactive, caring approach to ensure a safe and inclusive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card.

Responsibilities

• Monitor students during lunch and recess to ensure safety and well-being, providing supervision in cafeteria and playground.
• Promote positive behavior and social interactions, address conflicts and enforce school behavior policies.
• Assist students with opening food containers, utensils, and drinks.
• Encourage healthy eating habits and nutritious choices.
• Address minor disputes calmly and guide students toward resolution.
• Respond to emergencies or accidents; administer first aid and inform staff as needed.
• Help maintain cleanliness in cafeteria and play areas; wipe tables and collect trash.
• Engage with students during recess; encourage inclusive play and participation.
• Model respectful behavior and foster a kind, inclusive environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervision

Student safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.

American Leadership Academy is accepting applications for Lunch/Recess Aides for the 2026-2027 school year for our Gilbert North Elementary campus located in the East Valley. Candidates must be able to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Monitor students during lunch and recess to ensure their safety and well-being, providing constant supervision in the cafeteria and on the playground.
• Promote positive behavior and social interactions among students, addressing conflicts or issues as they arise and implementing school behavior policies.
• Help students with opening food containers, utensils, and drinks, ensuring they have everything they need to enjoy their meals.
• Promote healthy eating habits by encouraging students to try new foods and make nutritious choices.
• Address minor disputes or conflicts between students calmly and effectively, guiding them toward resolution.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, administering first aid if necessary and alerting appropriate staff as needed.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness in the cafeteria and play areas, ensuring that tables are wiped down and trash is collected.
• Engage with students during recess, encouraging inclusive play and ensuring that all students are participating and having fun.
• Foster a respectful and inclusive environment by modeling appropriate behavior and encouraging students to treat each other kindly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card

If you have any questions about the position, please send an email to [e-mail]