Recess Lunch Aide Byam Elementary School

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 9,200 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Byam Elementary School in Chelmsford, MA is seeking a part-time Lunch/Recess Aide for the 2026-2027 school year. This 15-hour-per-week role supports student supervision during lunch and recess, helping maintain a safe and orderly school environment.

The successful candidate will build rapport with students, provide cafeteria supervision, assist with clerical tasks as needed, and support teachers and staff. Work days total 181, with a start date of Aug 31, 2026, and a commitment to fostering a

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the elementary level
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications may be found appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• supervise students during recess and lunch periods
• build rapport with students and provide supervision in cafeteria and at recess
• provide clerical support when needed
• assist with miscellaneous tasks as needed

Skills

Citizenship/Work Visa

Experience with students

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Recess Lunch Aide Byam Elementary School

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Job Details

\u003cb\u003eJob ID:\u003c/b\u003e 5899957

\u003cb\u003eApplication Deadline:\u003c/b\u003e Posted until filled

\u003cb\u003ePosted:\u003c/b\u003e Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

\u003cb\u003eStarting Date:\u003c/b\u003e Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2026- 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Lunch/ Recess Aide

Location: Byam Elementary School

Reports to: School Principal

Description of Position: To provide student supervision to maintain a well-organized, smoothly-functioning school environment. Duties include supervising students during recess and lunch periods. The successful candidate will be able to build a good rapport with students, provide supervision of students in cafeteria and at recess, provide clerical support when needed, and assist with miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Work Days: 181-day work year

Hours per week: 15 hours per week 3 hours/day during lunch shifts

\u003cb\u003ePosition Type:\u003c/b\u003e Part-time

\u003cb\u003eSalary:\u003c/b\u003e $10,201 to $10,201 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Support Staff > Safety/Security

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Welcome to Byam Elementary School

Byam Elementary School has a student population of roughly 525 students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Byam prides itself on educating the whole child and creating a caring and supportive environment for every student to learn. The staff is committed to providing high quality instruction with a solid understanding in pedagogy and developmentally appropriate practices. Students are held to high standards and are supported to achieve those standards by a host of talented educators and support staff. The staff is also steadfast in their professional growth and development in order to better serve the students and families of the Byam community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• * Citizenship, residency or work visa required


• * High School Diploma


• * Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the elementary level.


• * Experience working with students in a school setting preferred.


• * Such alternatives to the above qualifications may be found appropriate and acceptable.


• * Citizenship, residency or work visa required