Recess Aide

School City of Hammond; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Hammond, Indiana, seeks a Recess Aide to supervise cafeteria and playground activities at a K-6 elementary school. The role involves following directives from the principal, ensuring safety during recess, addressing student concerns, and assisting with medical situations. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate dependability, accountability, and the ability to collaborate effectively. This position provides an opportunity to work closely with children in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to respectfully work with children and adults.
• Able to pass a required background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow the expectations of the Principal and Assistant Principal.
• Establish and enforce orderly processes for lunch/recess.
• Communicate serious student infractions to teachers/administrators.
• Encourage safe and positive play among students.
• Assist students in medical/emergency situations.

Skills

Ability to self-regulate emotions and model respectful behavior

Cooperate with other recess aides

Maintain confidentiality of student information

Knowledge of student code of conduct

Education

High school diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Overview

The recess aide will provide supervision and monitoring of the cafeteria and playground activities under the direction of the principal and assistant principal at a K-6 elementary school.

Responsibilities

• Follow the stated expectations of the Principal and Assistant Principal
• Establish and enforce an orderly process for arrival/dismissal of lunch/recess
• Communicate serious student infractions/concerns with teachers/administrators
• Encourage safe and positive play and cooperation
• Assist students with any medical/emergency situations in the cafeteria/at recess
• Serve as a model of conflict-resolution
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Principal and Assistant Principal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent
• Ability to respectfully work with children and adults
• Able to pass a required background check

Specific Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to self-regulate emotions and model respectful behavior and language
• Cooperate with other recess aides and work as a team
• Maintain in strict confidence all student information
• Have a knowledge of student code of conduct and consequences

Personal Attributes Desired

• Dependability
• Honesty
• Punctuality
• High level of personal accountability
• Ability to accept positive and constructive criticism

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical duties both indoors and outdoors
• Good physical health and ability to perform assigned duties
• Ability to move freely without assistance and be mobile for several hours

It is the policy of the School City of Hammond not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).