Support Staff - Playground Aide

Mexicoschools; Mexico (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mexico Public School District is seeking a Playground Aide at McMillian Early Learning Center to supervise recess, ensure safety, and support positive social interactions.

The role involves supervising outdoor and indoor activities, guiding student behavior, assisting with transitions, and communicating with staff and families as needed. A Substitute Certification is required, and duties include maintaining a safe environment and reporting incidents promptly.

Qualifications

• Substitute Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during recess, ensuring a safe and positive environment.
• Monitor student behavior and intervene as needed to prevent conflicts or unsafe actions.
• Encourage students to engage in appropriate physical and social activities.
• Support students in resolving conflicts and promoting positive social interactions.
• Assist with transitions, ensuring students return to class in an orderly and timely manner.

Education

Substitute Certification

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS: Substitute Certification

LOCATION: McMillian Early Learning Center

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Playground Aide is responsible for supervising students during recess to ensure their safety, well-being, and enjoyment. This role involves overseeing outdoor and indoor recess activities, guiding students in social interactions, and supporting positive behavior in a school setting. The Playground Aide will assist in creating a safe, engaging, and respectful environment while promoting physical activity and social interaction.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Supervise students during recess, ensuring a safe and positive environment.
• Monitor student behavior and intervene as needed to prevent conflicts or unsafe actions.
• Encourage students to engage in appropriate physical and social activities.
• Support students in resolving conflicts and promoting positive social interactions.
• Ensure students are following safety guidelines, school rules, and expectations.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe playground or indoor recess area.
• Report any incidents or injuries to the appropriate school personnel promptly.
• Communicate with teachers, staff, and parents regarding student behavior or concerns.
• Maintain awareness of students' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Provide encouragement and assist students in developing healthy social skills and teamwork.
• Assist with transitions, ensuring students return to class in an orderly and timely manner.
• Help in classrooms and with office duties as needed
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor

CONDITIONS OF JOB:

• Ability to stand, walk, and supervise students for extended periods of time.
• Ability to interact with students on the playground, including bending, kneeling, or lifting children if necessary.
• Work is performed in outdoor or indoor playground settings, often in varying weather conditions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 Month Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Background clearance required; the results of which must be satisfactory to the District .

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with

provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

Applications will be screened as they are submitted. Job will remain posted until filled.

The Mexico Public School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION Our School District Prohibits discrimination and harassment against employees, students or others on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, religion, disability by law in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.