Temporary Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional at Royal Oaks Elementary School - Long Term Substitute

South Washington County Schools; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental life insurance

Dependent life insurance

Long-term disability

Accident

Critical illness

Hospital indemnity

Identity protection

FSA

EAP

Retirement plans

Job summary

South Washington County Schools seeks a Temporary Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional to supervise students at Royal Oaks Elementary School. The role supports lunch, recess, and related supervision with emphasis on safety, behavior guidance, and positive student relationships.

The position starts as soon as possible and runs through December 22, 2026, with potential summer paraprofessional options. Requires high school diploma; benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with children aged 5–12.
• Ability to supervise large groups up to 130 students.
• Pass paraprofessional fitness for duty tests and lift 10 pounds.
• Reliable attendance and basic computer skills (email, Word).

Responsibilities

• Supervise large groups during lunch and recess, ensuring safety and order.
• Foster positive relationships with students and staff.
• Escort students to lunchrooms, restrooms, lockers and nurse's office.
• Provide on-site conflict resolution and refer incidents to the principal.
• Assist with on-table cleaning and general cafeteria duties as needed.
• Supervise outdoor recess and manage safe movement to/from areas.
• Encourage appropriate recess activities and monitor play equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and a respectful, inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Diversity awareness

Attendance

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email / Internet

Job description

Position: Temporary Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional - Long Term Substitute

Location: Royal Oaks Elementary School

Start and End Times

3
10:10 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.

Starting Base Pay

$21.93 per hour

Anticipated Dates of Assignment

As soon as possible - December 22, 2026. Dates are subject to change

Available for Application

September 24, 2026 - September 29, 2026 or until filled

Highly Qualified Information

This position is eligible for an additional $.50 per hour once Highly Qualified status is achieved (2 or 4 year degree, OR 60 semester credits OR successful completion of the Para Pro which is offered by the district regularly).

Classification

Supervisory

BENEFITS

SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees.

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• dependent life insurance
• long-term disability coverage
• accident
• critical illness
• hospital indemnity
• identity protection
• flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• retirement plans

These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.

Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.

Position follows school calendar with the option to work in other summer paraprofessional positions if interested.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for large-group student supervision during the lunch and recess period at elementary school buildings. Implementation of positive and consistent expectations will provide both emotional and physical safety to each individual child.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Familiarize students with and enforce a set of appropriate and expected behavioral guidelines and consequences for lunchroom and recess period.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to enhance their self-concept and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all kitchen, lunchroom, and building staff so that all employees and visitors experience a positive working atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Escort students to lunchroom, restrooms, lockers, and nurse's office, as necessary.
• Provide on-site conflict resolution, referring incidents to building principal for attention.
• Wash lunchroom tables and provides general clean-up between lunch periods/groups and after the last lunch period of each day.
• Be prepared daily to supervise outside recess activities.
• Direct safe movement of groups of students to and from recess area, which may include walking through parking and bus loading areas.
• Encourage students to engage in appropriate recess activities, recommend activities as necessary.
• Ensure play equipment is used safely and notify building principal of any equipment in need of repair.
• Perform other cafeteria duties, as directed by building principal, when not supervising recess activities.
• Maintain a harmonious and all-inclusive atmosphere for students during the lunch and recess period.
• Provide other student and area supervision as directed by building principal.
• Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Competencies as required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and desire to work with children in the 5-12 year age group.
• Demonstrates ability to establish guidelines of behavior and to enforce the consequences in a consistent manner.
• Demonstrates ability to supervise large groups of children ranging in number up to 130.
• Actively participates in district-sponsored training when offered.
• Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students. Helps provide a positive learning environment.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to pass Paraprofessional fitness for duty tests.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

Desired

• Trained in and experience utilizing behavioral management techniques.
• Current certification in first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
• Demonstrates knowledge of behavior characteristics of elementary students.

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