Lunch Recess Supervisor

Skokie School District 68; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Skokie School District 68 seeks a Recess/Lunch Supervisor to support students during lunch and recess, indoors and outdoors, ensuring safety and positive social interactions.

The role emphasizes equity, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration with staff and families to maintain a secure, welcoming environment for all students in Columbus. The posting is for SY 26-27 and requires basic qualifications outlined above.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Maintain basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to visually supervise students and assess situations for safety concerns.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding student safety and welfare.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direction.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to move throughout the school building and playground, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical activities, including frequent standing, walking, bending, and/or lifting.
• Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Preferred, not required - Bilingual endorsement/approval or fluency in a second language, in addition to English

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe, inclusive environment during lunch and recess.
• Ensure student safety and promote positive behavior.
• Uphold district expectations for equity and cultural responsiveness.

Skills

First aid

CPR certification

English literacy

Student supervision

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Position Type: Supervision/ Playground and Lunchroom Supervisor
• Date Posted: 8/20/2026
• Date Available: Hiring for the SY 26-27

The Recess/Lunch Supervisor plays a key role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for students during lunch and/or recess periods, both indoors and outdoors. This position ensures student safety, promotes positive behavior, encourages healthy social interactions, and upholds district expectations for equity and cultural responsiveness.

The following qualifications are preferred for the ideal candidate:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Maintain basic first aid and CPR certification
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to visually supervise students and assess situations for safety concerns
• Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding student safety and welfare
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direction
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Ability to move throughout the school building and playground, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physical activities, including frequent standing, walking, bending, and/or lifting
• Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English
• Preferred, not required - Bilingual endorsement/approval or fluency in a second language, in addition to English

Postings current as of 8/24/2026 8:37:52 PM CST.