Student Support & School Safety Assistant

First Philadelphia Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Paradigm Schools in Philadelphia is seeking a Non Teaching Assistant for First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School. This exempt, full-time role supports student safety, supervision, and the smooth operation of non-instructional activities.

You will patrol halls, supervise lunch/recess, assist teachers, handle supplies, and help enforce discipline. The position may move between APS campuses as needed, with background checks required.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade.
• One year of volunteer or paid experience working with youth which has included responsibility for maintaining discipline or security, directing activities and/or counseling.
• Must be able to pass all required background checks

Responsibilities

• Patrols the school building and surrounding areas before, during and after school hours to maintain an orderly flow of scholars entering and exiting the building
• Inspects locker and play areas, lavatories, and halls for scholars who are loitering or in unauthorized areas
• Questions scholars to make sure they are their proper location
• Stops smoking and other unauthorized activities occurring on school property
• Assists teachers in handling routine disciplinary cases.
• Monitors scholars during lunch and recess periods
• Supervises the late room and completes late cards and other forms to admit students to class
• Issues locks and lockers to students.

Skills

Customer and Personal Service

Education and Training

Computers and Electronics

Public Safety and Security

Sociology and Anthropology

Social Perceptiveness

Monitoring

Complex Problem Solving

Judgment and Decision Making

Education

Education equivalent to high school diploma

1 year experience working with youth

Background checks clearance

Job description

American Paradigm Schools in Philadelphia is seeking a Non Teaching Assistant for First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School. This exempt, full-time role supports student safety, supervision, and the smooth operation of non-instructional activities.

You will patrol halls, supervise lunch/recess, assist teachers, handle supplies, and help enforce discipline. The position may move between APS campuses as needed, with background checks required.