Job Description
Position: Noon Aide
Salary: $15.00/hour
Reports to: Building Principal or Designee
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to work positively and effectively with students, staff, and families
- Knowledge of and experience with supervision strategies, student safety practices, and behavior management
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Preferred experience with Playworks, PBIS, or similar structured recess programs, not required.
Terms of Employment: During a school year when students are present, a maximum of three (3) hours per day
Basic Functions: The Noon Aide oversees and supports with the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods, ensuring a safe, positive, inclusive, and orderly environment. This role serves as a liaison between administration, teachers, and support staff to implement structured play and safety procedures consistently, while modeling district values and expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervision & Student Safety
- Coordinate and monitor supervision coverage during lunch, recess, hallways, and bathrooms
- Ensure all areas are appropriately supervised, and student safety is prioritized
- Circulate and monitor student behavior, modeling proactive engagement
- Respond appropriately to incidents and report to the principal/designee as needed
Staff Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Foster a positive and collaborative team culture
- Train new noon aides in procedures, communication protocols, and expectations
- Support consistent implementation of PBIS, Playworks, and structured supervision techniques
- Actively support and mentor Junior Coaches (if applicable)
Behavior Management & Conflict Resolution
- Support aides in handling student conflicts with calm, respectful strategies
- Promote Playworks principles of inclusion, sportsmanship, and positive behavior
- Ensure aides use clear and respectful communication with students
- Ensure timely and appropriate reporting of behavior incidents
Playworks and Positive Playground Environment
- Model and promote active participation in recess games and activities
- Encourage inclusive play and foster positive peer relationships
- Ensure Playworks language and strategies are consistently used
- Monitor and maintain a safe and respectful playground environment
Administrative Duties
Cafeteria & Sanitation Support
- Ensure the lunchroom is prepared before student entry and cleaned afterward
- Supervise staff in sanitation procedures and food service collaboration
- Ensure compliance with health and allergy protocols
Other Duties
- Participate in emergency drills and uphold all school safety protocols
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or designee
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.
Updated: May 2025
