Lunchroom/Playground Aide (Part Time)

Maple Grove Elementary; Dittmer (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest R-1 School District in Missouri is seeking a Lunchroom/Playground Aide (Part Time) for Maple Grove Elementary in Dittmer. The position covers playground supervision and cafeteria assistance, about 2 hours daily during school hours.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong interpersonal skills, experience with young people, and the ability to supervise play and maintain safety in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Experience with young people.
• Prior experience in a school setting is desired.
• Ability to demonstrate keen observation competence.

Responsibilities

• Playground: Supervise students at playtime and maintain a harmonious atmosphere on the playground.
• Organizes group games and activities.
• Assumes responsibility for play equipment.
• Takes part in in-service training programs.
• Directs movement of groups to and from the playground.
• Displays initiative during supervision duties.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Carries a first aid pack provided by the school nurse.
• Reports problems and accidents.
• Follows established safety procedures.
• Directs students to keep hands and feet to oneself.

Skills

Excellent human relations skills

Experience with young people

Keen observation competence

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

Lunchroom/Playground Aide (Part Time)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910846

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LUNCHROOM / PLAYGROUND AIDE –(Part time 2hrs/day)

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Experience with young people.
• Prior experience in a school setting is desired.
• Ability to demonstrate keen observation competence.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Playground

• Supervise students at playtime and maintain a harmonious atmosphere on the playground.
• Organizes group games and activities.
• Assumes responsibility for play equipment.
• Takes part in in-service training programs.
• Directs movement of groups to and from the playground.
• Displays initiative during supervision duties.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Carries a first aid pack provided by the school nurse.
• Reports problems and accidents.
• Follows established safety procedures.
• Directs students to keep hands and feet to oneself.

Cafeteria

• use of a quiet voice
• keeping hands and feet to oneself
• Use of safe movement
• Supervises students using their utensils safely.
• Supervises students in appropriate cafeteria behavior.
• Provides assistance in the maintenance of a safe and orderly cafeteria environment.
• Is sensitive to students requiring individual or special needs.
• Dresses appropriately in a manner suitable for the job.

The Northwest R-I School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Northwest R-I School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, genetics, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Barnhart
• 4290 Gravois Rd
• House Springs, Missouri 63051
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]