FY27: Lunch Hour Aide, Fallsmead ES, 2hrs, TPT

Under general supervision, monitors student activities and behavior on the playground and during student lunch periods. Monitors class during testing or brief absence of teacher; may assist teachers in classroom activities, and perform general clerical tasks.

Physical Demands

• Ability to patrol for extended periods of time and during all types of weather.
• Ability to supervise playground/recreational activities, including the enforcement of safety rules, appropriate behavior standards, and playground/cafeteria rules and procedures.

Requirements

• High School or GED diploma required.
• Experience working with children of elementary school age.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
• First aid and CPR certificate desirable.

Skills

• Knowledge of applicable school regulations, practices, and procedures, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Knowledge of games appropriate for play during recess.
• Some knowledge of the field of child development.
• Some knowledge of student behavior management techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and others.
• Ability to effectively monitor elementary students and to supervise playground and recreational activities.
• Ability to communicate with students during lunch periods.
• Considerable patience and demonstrated skills in working with children.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Pay

The wage range for this assignment is between $18.00 and $22.00 per hour. The exact wage depends on multiple factors including but not limited to: the nature of the project, prior experience in MCPS, and current negotiated agreements.

Schedule

• Part-time
• 10 working months
• Day shift

This is a Temporary Part-Time (TPT) position that does not include benefits.