WW: Noon Duty Substitute Aide

Traverse-City-Area-Public-Schools; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Traverse City Area Public Schools is seeking a Noon Duty/Cafeteria Assistant for Westwoods Elementary in Traverse City, Michigan. This substitute position supports the school day, assisting with lunchroom duties and student supervision.

The role requires basic education, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Duties include safety, conduct, first aid, and adherence to school rules, with background checks required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma or GED.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
• Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
• Ability to resolve conflict.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive information pertaining to students and school personnel.
• Willing to participate in district training as required, including completion of suggested online training modules in SafeSchools.
• Willing and able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Dependable and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with foodstuffs, opening, etc.
• Maintains clean tables/floors and assists with small spills.
• Controls movement and behavior.
• Reports injuries and prepares accident reports.
• Reports infractions and makes referrals.
• Resolves conflict.
• Alerts supervisors of dangerous situations.
• Maintains safety in play and of playground equipment.
• Enforces school and playground rules.
• Develops activities for inside play.
• Performs first aid and CPR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Care for children

Conflict resolution

Confidentiality

Training willingness

Weather conditions

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Traverse City Area Public Schools Westwoods Elementary School - Traverse City, Michigan Open in Google Maps

WW: Noon Duty Substitute Aide

Traverse City Area Public Schools Westwoods Elementary School - Traverse City, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5933672

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This position is a substitute position. The assignment may require completion of the ESS Midwest Willsub (formerly PCMI) application. More information will be provided upon placement.

Location: Westwoods Elementary

General Summary:

The Noon Duty/Cafeteria Assistant assists the principal and school personnel in providing a safe and orderly environment. The assistant is directly responsible to the school principal or principal's designee.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists students with foodstuffs, opening, etc.
• Maintains clean tables/floors and assists with small spills.
• Controls movement and behavior.
• Reports injuries and prepares accident reports.
• Reports infractions and makes referrals.
• Resolves conflict.
• Alerts supervisors of dangerous situations.
• Maintains safety in play and of playground equipment.
• Enforces school and playground rules.
• Develops activities for inside play.
• Performs first aid and CPR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma or GED.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
• Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
• Ability to resolve conflict.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive information pertaining to students and school personnel.
• Willing to participate in district training as required, including completion of suggested online training modules in SafeSchools.
• Willing and able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Dependable and reliable.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
• The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
• Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently.

Environmental Conditions:

Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment.

Work Schedules:

Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.

Background Checks:

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $19.31 to $19.31 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1009 S Oak Street
• Traverse City, Michigan 49684
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]