Student Supervision Assistant #1-27

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor students at assigned times, in assigned areas, to assure their well-being and safety.
• Direct students and enforce school rules and conduct standards with a professional tone and consistent manner.
• Proactively intercede in potential problem situations between students.
• Use positive and effective behavior strategies to model and promote good student behavior.
• Help guide students in developing good habits of sportsmanship and citizenship.
• Perform minor housekeeping tasks to assist in maintaining a neat, clean, orderly and safe atmosphere for students.
• Assess student injuries and secure assistance.
• Report student injuries to supervisor; complete accident reports, as required.
• Scan for wandering students and unidentified visitors, checking for valid passes, as necessary.
• Report unauthorized activities and unauthorized persons on school grounds to supervisor.
• Monitor and report any potential safety concerns to supervisor and write basic follow-up communication, as needed.
• Alert staff or administrators in emergency situations, as appropriate.
• Operate two-way radio equipment for emergency assistance, as necessary.
• Attend scheduled in-service meetings, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, guidelines and rules concerning school safety, including safe playground practices, appropriate student behavior and discipline standards.
• Typical games and activities appropriate for school-age children.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Conflict resolution strategies and techniques.
• Principles of customer service.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or its equivalency and six months of experience in supervising or working with school age students in an organized setting is desirable.