Playground Aide (2.5 hours per day)

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

Job summary

Maple Grove Elementary in Dittmer, Missouri is seeking a part-time Playground Aide to supervise students during recess (2.5 hours per day) and support safe play.

The role emphasizes observation, strong human relations skills, and experience with young people; prior school experience is preferred.

You'll work under the Northwest R-1 School District, maintain equipment, coordinate activities, and report issues to the school nurse.

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

• 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 and enforces recess/playground expectations.
• Directs students to keep hands and feet to oneself.

Skills

Excellent human relations

Experience with young people

Prior school setting experience

Keen observation competence

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Playground Aide (2.5 hours per day)

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This job is also posted in Northwest R-1 School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5959104

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PLAYGROUND AIDE –(Part time 2.5 hrs/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 and enforces recess/playground expectations.
• Directs students to keep hands and feet to oneself.

***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 Categories:

• Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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