Playground Supervisors (2)

Sylvania; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Public Schools at 12th Street Elementary School seeks a Playground Supervisor (Edustaff Employee) for 3.5 hours per day. Directs students to and from the playground in an orderly, supervised manner.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, agility to move around play areas, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. It also involves cafeteria supervision and assisting staff during lunch periods.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Directs students to and from the playground in an orderly, organized manner.
• Organize students to and from the playground.
• Maintain order within the cafeteria and playground by observing rules and discipline.
• Supervise students as they return trays and dispose of debris.
• Clean tables between lunch periods and dispose of debris.
• Maintain visibility by circulating among tables and assist children as needed.
• Inform teacher/principal of any serious problems; notify principal if needed.
• 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 and mobility

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Playground Supervisor (Edustaff Employee)

12th Street Elementary School

3.5 Hours per day - $14.28/hr (effective 1/1/2026)

2025-26 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.

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 Jennifer Meisterheim and Assistant Superintendent of Operations Russell Gerbers. Contact information: 269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 49002