Noon Hour Supervisor

Position Title: Noon Hour Supervisor

Reports to: Building Principal(s)

FTE: 0.25 (approx. 2 hours)

Job Summary

The Noon Hour Supervisor plays a vital role in providing a safe, orderly, and positive environment for students during lunch and recess periods. Supervisors actively monitor student behavior, lead play transitions, enforce recess safety standards, and support positive behavior interventions.

Responsibilities

Maintain continuous visual contact and active interaction with students across assigned recess zones (playgrounds, sports fields, basketball courts, and indoor areas).

Safely guide students from play area and ensure orderly line transitions into the cafeteria.

Help set up and store recess equipment (balls, jump ropes, hula hoops) and return all assigned communication tools (walkie-talkie, whistle, fanny pack) at the end of each shift.

Ensure safe play by prohibiting rough play, dodgeball, personal toys, trading cards, or climbing on snow mounds. Maintain awareness of outdoor conditions (outdoor recess occurs unless temperatures drop below 20°F).

Provide basic first aid (bandages, ice packs) using supplied fanny packs. Immediately report head injuries or urgent medical concerns to the school nurse or office administration. Always utilize proper protective equipment (gloves) when handling bodily fluids.

Actively model positive, professional behavior. Recognize and reward students demonstrating positive behavior.

Maintain constant radio contact via walkie-talkie with building office staff and administrative leadership.

Monitor students in designated indoor recess areas (gymnasium or classrooms) during inclement weather.

Supervise indoor games, coloring, and basketball activities, ensuring students clean up 5 minutes prior to period conclusion.

Assist students in maintaining a clean and respectful lunchroom environment.

Requirements

Completion of the mandatory online DCFS Mandated Reporter Training prior to official start date.

Fingerprint background check (cost covered by the District).

Physical examination

Punctual, reliable, and committed to working scheduled hours consistently.

Strong verbal communication skills and ability to interact positively with children.

Ability to remain calm, firm, and fair when addressing minor behavioral issues.

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student safety and medical info.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously for the duration of the 2-hour shift.

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including cold temperatures down to 20°F.

Personal cell phone usage during duty hours is strictly prohibited to ensure full visual attention on student safety.

All employees must pass state & federal background checks.

Compensation:

Pay Rate $17.00 per hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer
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