Playground Supervisor/Lunchroom Aide - Preschool

Somerset-Berkley-and-Somerset-Public-School; Somerset (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Job summary

Somerset Public Schools/North Elementary School in Somerset, MA seeks a Preschool Lunch Aide to support mealtime and supervision of preschoolers during play and activities. Responsibilities include promoting proper dining habits, assisting with utensils, and maintaining a calm classroom environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (preferred), strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with both adults and students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with adults and students.
• Good communications and interpersonal skills.
• Reports to: Principal.
• Terms of Employment 182 Days per year.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Helps students develop and observe proper dining habits, both in terms of etiquette and nutrition.
• Informs any attending teacher at once of any serious infraction of disciplinary rules by students.
• Supervises students at playtime and maintains a harmonious atmosphere on the playground.
• Organizes group games and activities.
• Takes part in in-service training programs.
• Directs the movement of groups to and from the playground.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Student interaction

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools North Elementary School - Somerset, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Playground Supervisor/Lunchroom Aide - Preschool

Job Details

Job ID: 5958671

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB GOAL: Preschool Lunch Aide—To help establish and maintain a calm and pleasant atmosphere in the classroom so that students may find mealtime a time to relax after the tasks of the morning and to refresh themselves for the tasks of the afternoon.

Preschool Playtime Supervisor—to enable students, through meaningful playground, classroom and gymnasium leadership, to enjoy the group interaction and physical exercise which are an integral part of the district educational program.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Helps students develop and observe proper dining habits, both in terms of etiquette and nutrition.
• Assists younger students with use of utensils when needed
• Informs any attending teacher at once of any serious infraction of disciplinary rules by students.
• Calls immediately for support as needed.
• Supervises students at playtime and maintains a harmonious atmosphere on the playground.
• Organizes group games and activities.
• Assumes responsibility for play equipment.
• Takes part in in-service training programs
• Directs the movement of groups to and from the playground.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $17 to $17 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Welcome to North Elementary School

Equal Opportunity Employer

Somerset Public Schools/Somerset Berkley Regional School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The School Districts provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin or any other category protected by state or federal laws in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs or activities.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma preferred
• Ability to work effectively with adults and students
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Reports to: Principal
• Terms of Employment 182 Days per year (Student calendar plus training requirements)
• Salary: $17.50 per hour
• 3 Hours per day
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required