Lunch Recess Aide - Center Elementary School

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 9,200 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking a Lunch/Recess Aide at Center Elementary School in Chelmsford, MA. This part-time role involves supervising students during lunch and recess, supporting classroom tasks as needed, and helping maintain a safe, welcoming school environment.

The position offers 15 hours per week across 3-hour lunch shifts within an 181-day work year, with immediate starting date and a focus on teamwork with recess aides and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the elementary level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision during lunch and recess to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Assist students with opening lunch materials, cleaning tables, and monitoring social interactions.
• Collaborate with other recess aides and teachers to support a positive and caring school atmosphere.

Skills

Experience working with children

Demonstrated aptitude or competence

Age-appropriate students

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Lunch Recess Aide - Center Elementary School

Chelmsford Public Schools Center Elementary School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5892115

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $10,201 to $10,201 Per Year

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026- 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Lunch/Recess Aide (part-time)

Location: Center Elementary School

General Description: To provide student supervision to maintain a well-organized, smoothly functioning school environment. Duties include, supervise student during recess and lunch periods. During the lunch period, provide assistance to students in opening lunch materials, cleaning tables, and monitoring social interactions. At recess, closely monitor students for safety, social interactions and appropriate play. The successful candidate will be able to work on a team of recess aides to provide a safe and caring environment for all students. At times, assist teachers and other professional personnel in classroom, office, and library with miscellaneous tasks.

Reports to: School Principal

Work Days: 181-day work year

Hours per week: 15 hours per week. 3 hours/day during lunch shifts

Welcome to Center Elementary School

Welcome to the Center School. As a community we are very proud of our school. So many people are responsible for making it the warm and nurturing learning environment that it is. We have a talented, caring and dedicated teaching staff that is always working in the best interest of the students. Great support staff of instructional assistants, playground and lunch supervisors, cafeteria personnel, secretary, office clerks, nurse and custodians who give teachers and students support, while contributing to the smooth operation and cleanliness of our building. And last but not least, the children who work so hard, are polite and courteous in the Center School tradition.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Applicants should hold the following qualifications:
  * High School Diploma
  * Experience working with children.
  * Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the elementary level.
  * Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
  * Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable.
  
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Please do NOT contact this employer regarding job postings that have closed.

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