Student Support Aide: Lunch & Classroom Helper

New York City Department of Education; Northern, New York (KY, NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Education seeks a School Aide to support classroom activity by relieving teachers of non-teaching duties and supervising students at PS 117. The role includes assisting with lunchroom service, handling materials, and performing routine clerical tasks as needed.

You will work under the principal or a teacher and help maintain a safe, orderly school environment. Ideal candidates demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and good interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• No high school diploma required; good attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work with supervisors and school staff.
• History of good human relations and reliable work habits.
• Bilingual candidates may be considered for schools with language needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and lift up to 10 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Relieve teachers of non-teaching activities and monitor students.
• Assist with lunchroom supervision and lunch service.
• Handle textbooks, supplies, and materials distribution.
• Assist with routine clerical tasks and reports.
• Supervise arrival and departure of students by bus.
• Direct students during lunch, washing, and lining up for meals.
• Support daily activities including entry, dismissal, and drills.

Skills

Student supervision

Team player

Strong communication

Bilingual

Job description

The New York City Department of Education seeks a School Aide to support classroom activity by relieving teachers of non-teaching duties and supervising students at PS 117. The role includes assisting with lunchroom service, handling materials, and performing routine clerical tasks as needed.

You will work under the principal or a teacher and help maintain a safe, orderly school environment. Ideal candidates demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and good interpersonal skills.