School Aide & Student Support - Lunchroom & Bus Arrival

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Education is seeking a reliable school aide to relieve teachers of non-teaching tasks under supervision. Duties include monitoring students, assisting with lunch service, handling textbooks, and supporting clerical work.

This role requires good attendance, ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 10 lbs, and strong teamwork. Bilingual candidates may be preferred. Hours are Monday–Friday, minimum 4 hours daily, per bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• No high school diploma or GED required
• Excellent record of attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to work with supervisors and other school-based staff
• Demonstrated history of good human relations
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently carry out assignments
• Bilingual candidates may be considered for schools with language needs
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of the day
• Ability to lift objects weighing no more than 10 lbs
• Experience working with students, preferably high school-age
• Ability to hold high school students to high expectations
• Team player with a strong sense of personal responsibility
• Hard-working, urgent, and energetic

Responsibilities

• Relieves teachers of school activities which do not require teaching or other professional skills under supervision
• Relieves teachers for yard, hall, lavatory, study hall, and other monitorial duties
• Assists with handling, storing, and distributing textbooks and instructional materials
• Assists with routine clerical work
• Assists in maintaining order in the lunchroom and facilitates lunch service
• Checks reports, notes, and library lists
• Oversees arrival and departure of students transported by bus
• Supervises lunch service and assists students with lunch routines
• Facilitates dismissal and emergency drills
• Performs additional duties as requested by teachers or principals

Skills

Attendance

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Task execution

Bilingual (bonus)

Mobility

Load management

Experience with students

Behavioral expectations

Job description

The New York City Department of Education is seeking a reliable school aide to relieve teachers of non-teaching tasks under supervision. Duties include monitoring students, assisting with lunch service, handling textbooks, and supporting clerical work.

This role requires good attendance, ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 10 lbs, and strong teamwork. Bilingual candidates may be preferred. Hours are Monday–Friday, minimum 4 hours daily, per bargaining agreement.