Lunch/Recess Supervisor

Lincolnwood-School-District-74; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in the United States is seeking a Lunch/Playground Supervisor to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe environment for students during lunchtime and recess activities. The role involves supervising students in the cafeteria, ensuring cleanliness, assisting with food management, and reporting any safety concerns. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff. This position is crucial for enhancing student wellbeing during school hours.

Qualifications

• Assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria and playground.
• Supervise students during mealtime and recess.
• Report safety concerns or issues to appropriate staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Ensure tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assist students with food purchases and return of utensils.
• Organize groups of students for orderly dismissal.
• Supervise students during mid-day recess.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lincolnwood School District 74

• Position Type: Lunch/Playground/ Lunch and Playground Supervisor
• Date Posted: 12/29/2025
• Location: Rutledge Hall

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime and playtime in accordance with established district procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists in supervising the playground/classroom during the lunch hour.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Reports to teachers, principal, and/or nurse as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.
• Assists in supervising students in the playground area during mid-day recess.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard school environment and in outdoor weather.

Attachment(s)

• Lunch Recess Supervisor

Postings current as of 12/31/2025 9:48:51 PM CST.

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