Playground Supervisors

Sylvania; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Public Schools is seeking a Playground Supervisor for Woodland Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year. The role requires directing students to and from the playground in an orderly, safe manner.

The position is 3.5 hours per day at $14.00 per hour, with responsibilities including supervising cafeteria and playground activities, maintaining order, and assisting staff as needed. Strong communication and mobility are essential assets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Agility and mobility to move about the hard and soft play areas on the playground.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize students to and from the playground.
• Maintain order within the cafeteria and playground by observing the rules and being consistent with discipline.
• Supervise students as they return their trays and dispose of debris.
• Clean tables between lunch periods and dispose of debris.
• Maintain visibility by circulating among the tables and help children who need assistance; resolve minor problems that might arise.
• Encourage acceptable behavior by demonstrating these traits when speaking with children.
• Inform teacher and/or principal of any serious problems arising within the cafeteria or playground.
• Immediately notify principal in the event of a discipline problem that is considered to be serious.
• Supervise dismissal of students from lunchroom and to and from playground.
• Assist food staff as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Agility

Mobility

Communication

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Playground Supervisor

(Edustaff Employee)

Woodland Elementary School

3.5 Hours per day - $14.00/hr

2026-27 School Year

Job Summary:

Directs the students to and from the playground in an orderly, organized manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities/Cafeteria Supervisor:

• Organize students to and from the playground.
• Maintain order within the cafeteria and playground by observing the rules and being consistent with discipline.
• Supervise students as they return their trays and dispose of debris.
• Clean tables between lunch periods and dispose of debris.
• Maintain visibility by circulating among the tables and help children who need assistance; resolve minor problems that might arise.
• Encourage acceptable behavior by demonstrating these traits when speaking with children.
• Inform teacher and/or principal of any serious problems arising within the cafeteria or playground.
• Immediately notify principal in the event of a discipline problem that is considered to be serious.
• Supervise dismissal of students from lunchroom and to and from playground.
• Assist food staff as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the nature of the work by this position. The listing is not all-inclusive.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Agility and mobility to move about the hard and soft play areas on the playground.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex(including sexual orientation andgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following positions at Portage Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Human Resources Director Brad Galin and Human Resources Manager Jennifer Meisterheim. Contact information: 269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 49002