Lunch/Recess Aide

Young World Physical Education; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Public School District Pell Elementary School in Newport, Rhode Island is seeking a Lunch/Recess Aide to supervise students during lunch and playground time. The position supports a safe, orderly school environment and aligns with PBIS/Open Circle behavior guidance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with children and adults while maintaining confidentiality. This is a 10-month, full-time role at $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to interact well with students, parents and staff.
• Ability to work with children and adults.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Dependable and capable of performing duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunchtime and recess, following the chain of command for issues.
• Assist with disposal of food waste, return of trays, and dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Supervise recess indoors or outdoors and support behavior management.
• Operate the Recess Rocks program and utilize PBIS/Open Circle language.
• Provide and manage playground equipment and daily storage.
• Carry and use walkie talkie system daily.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Discretion & confidentiality

Dependability

Background check clearance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Walkie talkie system

Job description

Newport Public School District Pell Elementary School - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Lunch/Recess Aide

Newport Public School District Pell Elementary School - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5874352

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Lunch/Recess Aide

GENERAL DUTIES: Lunch & Recess Coverage

REPORTS To: Principal and/or designee

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to interact well with students, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults.
• Ability to maintain high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of all staff and individuals working with students.
• Must be dependable and be able to perform all assigned duties.
• Must pass state/national criminal background check.

GENERAL DUTIES:

To assist in the maintenance of an orderly, safe and pleasant atmosphere in the cafeteria and on the playground by helping and supervising students during lunch and recess time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise students during lunchtime, including when students are getting their lunch, eating, and cleaning up as needed. Use the chain of command appropriately for any issues or discipline problems encountered when interacting with students.
• Assists in following protocol established by administration for orderly disposal of food waste, return of trays, and dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Supervise children during recess outside or inside (classroom activities during inclement weather).
• Implement Recess Rocks program at every recess. Utilize the school wide PBIS and Open Circle language to support behavior management.
• Provide playground equipment and assume responsibility for daily storage after playground period.
• Assumes any other duties delegated by the supervisor and the supervisor may make any adjustment in the scope of responsibilities as outlined above which will be in the interest of the school.
• Carry and appropriately utilize the walkie talkie system daily.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking, standing, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing and ability to move quickly to assist a child when necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work inside/outside, work with/around others

HOURS

3 3/4 hours per day (when school is in session)

SALARY

$ 16.00 per hour

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 months

Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World Through Quality Education

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office
• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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