Recess Supervisor

Sylvania; Redding, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Recess Supervisor to serve the ER9 District (Easton, Redding and Region 9). This part-time, 10-month position supports a dynamic school community by supervising students during recess, ensuring safety and respectful behavior.

You will monitor playground activities, reinforce rules, assist with transitions, and collaborate with staff to promote inclusion and physical activity. Schedule is 3.75 hours per day; compensation follows the ER9 contract.

Qualifications

• Empathy and calm under pressure in challenging situations.
• Experience working with children in school or youth settings.
• Ability to supervise outdoor environments and large groups.
• Recognize and respond to safety concerns and emergencies.
• Dependable, punctual and able to follow directions.
• Able to stay active during supervision in varying weather.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Knowledge of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise students during recess to ensure a safe environment.
• Monitor playground activities and promote safe play.
• Enforce school rules and promote empathy and responsibility.
• Resolve minor conflicts using positive behavior strategies.
• Refer serious issues to appropriate staff.
• Maintain awareness of all students by circulating areas.
• Ensure safe use of playground equipment.
• Assist with transitions between classrooms and recess.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Collaborate to support a positive recess culture encouraging cooperation, inclusion, and physical activity.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Experience with children

Supervision of large groups

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Ability to follow directions

SEL knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - RECESS SUPERVISOR

About the District:

The ER9 District (Easton, Redding and Region 9) is an exceptional school system committed to providing the communities of Easton and Redding with a dynamic education for our students. Discover our commitment to high-quality learning experiences, nurturing environments, and a rich tapestry of opportunities for every learner.

Thank you for visiting our website. We hope you join us in shaping tomorrow’s leaders in a district renowned for its academic standards, athletic teams, and vibrant performing arts programs.

Mission-Driven Culture:

In order to support the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of our students, ER9 aspires to combine the best resources from our towns. We see great potential, with collaboration from our community, to improve the learning and achievement across the district.

Position Summary:

The Recess Supervisor is responsible for ensuring a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for students during recess periods. This includes actively supervising students on the playground and other designated outdoor or indoor recess areas, promoting positive peer interactions and enforcing school expectations.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Actively supervise students during recess to ensure a safe and respectful environment.


• Monitor playground activities and encourage safe, appropriate play.


• Reinforce school expectations and playground rules while promoting empathy and responsibility.


• Assist students in resolving minor conflicts using positive behavior strategies and appropriate problem-solving techniques.


• Refer significant behavioral issues, injuries, or emergencies to the appropriate school staff.


• Maintain awareness of all students by circulating throughout assigned supervision areas.


• Ensure students use playground equipment safely and appropriately.


• Assist with orderly transitions between the classroom, recess, and other school activities.


• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students and staff.


• Collaborate with school staff to support a positive recess culture that encourages cooperation, inclusion, and physical activity.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Showing empathy, practicing patience, and responding calmly in challenging situations.


• Prior experience working with children in a school or youth setting.


• Ability to maintain order and supervise large groups of students in an outdoor environment.


• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to safety concerns and emergencies.


• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions.


• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and physically active during supervision periods.


• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout outdoor playground areas for the duration of assigned supervision periods and in varying weather conditions.


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Knowledge of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) skills preferred.

Classification:

Part-Time | 10-Month

Salary:

As per Redding Student Support Contract

Schedule:

3.75 hours per day

Equal Employment Opportunity:

ER9 is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every employee, student, and family is respected and valued.