Lunch/Recess/Open Area Supervisor

Lake County Schools Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 2,463,148; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is looking for a Lunch/Recess/Open Area Supervisor to assist in ensuring the safety and efficient management of students during lunch and recess periods. Responsibilities include monitoring student behavior, reporting hazards, and ensuring compliance with school procedures. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, demonstrate effective communication skills, and be able to manage large groups of children. The position offers an hourly rate of $17.88 and is temporary in nature for the school year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with students and staff.
• Skills in managing large groups of children effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and open periods.
• Ensure compliance with lunch and recess procedures.
• Report safety and other hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Patient management

Communication

Relationship building

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date Posted: 10/30/2025

Location: Countryside Elementary School

Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year

Closing Date: When Filled

District: Barrington Community Unit School District 220

TITLE: Lunch/Recess/Open Area Supervisor

REPORTS TO: Building Principal, Assistant Principal, or Coordinator of Safety
SUPERVISES: Students during lunch/recess hour, passing periods, & open areas

POSITION SUMMARY

The position of Lunch/Recess Supervisor was established for the purposes of supervising, assisting, and guiding students during lunch, recess, and open periods at BHS to ensure the safe and efficient operations of lunchroom and recess procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ensures that students follow lunch and recess procedures and rules.
2. Circulates throughout the cafeteria, recess environments, study areas, and the commons area at BHS and provides assistance to students on an as needed basis (e.g., opening food packages).
3. Assists in lunchroom clean-up.
4. Monitors student behavior and works with students to resolve conflicts peacefully.
5. Manages the safe and orderly movement of children in a variety of settings, including to and from the playground, classroom, lunchroom and hallways during passing periods. Maintains a safe environment for students at all times.
6. Ensures compliance with all emergency procedures and in conformity with procedures adopted by the District and emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of students.
7. Reports safety, sanitary and other hazards to supervisor.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Develops positive relationships with a broad range of students, staff, and community members.
3. Able to demonstrate patience and gain students' cooperation.
4. Able to manage large groups of children and maintain order.
5. Demonstrates good listening skills and communicates effectively.
6. Demonstrates proficient use of English language in written and oral forms.
7. Use/operate technology and equipment related to the position/job.
8. Able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.

PHYSICAL CONTEXT OF THE JOB

Able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Moving up to 50 pounds (pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying). Completing tasks using fine finger dexterity.

GENERAL COMMENTS

1. Provide guidance and positive direction to the student body regarding respect and school expectations for behavior as described in the Student Handbook.
2. Intervene and take appropriate action when respect for the individual or our educational environment is not demonstrated.
3. Is proactive - prevents problems from developing.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT (completed by the Office of Human Resources)

Calendar Days: 174 (Student Attendance Days)
Hours per Day: 2-3
Wage Grid Lane: T/A
Hourly Rate: $17.88
Status: Temporary

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 5:18:50 AM CST.