Recess / Lunch Aide

Phoenixville Area School District; Schuylkill Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenixville Area School District is seeking a Recess / Lunch Aide for 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday, to supervise students in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated areas. You will assist with mealtime operations, ensure safety, keep areas clean, and support orderly transitions between activities.

Strong communication and organizational skills are required; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to maintain composure and work under pressure.
• Maintain confidentiality about students as required by laws and district policy.
• Experience as a lunch/food service aide is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Ensure tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Supervise the playground during lunch hour.
• Assist with orderly food purchases, tray distribution, and disposal.
• Keep students seated in assigned areas and circulate to assist.
• Organize groups for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Escort students to and from buses; assist in libraries as needed.
• Report safety concerns or incidents to teachers or administrators.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Confidentiality

Cooperative relationships

Job description

Recess / Lunch Aide

4 hrs/day; Monday -- Friday

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime and playtime in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists in supervising the playground/classroom during the lunch hour.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Assists with supervising students in libraries, and escorting students to and from school buses.
• Reports to teachers, principal, nurse and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.

Additional Duties

• May distribute textbooks, supplies or other materials as requested.
• May collect count and deposit food services program monies.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Bilingual oral skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard school environment and in outdoor weather.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.

Certification/License:

• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.

Experience:

• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.

Postings current as of 9/4/2026 1:53:56 AM CST.