[2026-2027] Part Time Elementary Recess Aide

Role Overview:

Recess Aides primarily provide general supervision of elementary-aged children during outdoor (or indoor) recess, helping to ensure that recess is a safe, joyful experience for students. Candidates for this position should enjoy engaging with children and have some experience supporting children in school, after/before school, summer camp, and/or daycare settings. Recess Monitor must be all weekdays; hours vary a bit by school, but typically include mid-morning to afternoon hours (10:00am-2:00pm or 11:00am-3:00pm). 

Key Responsibilities:

Provide quality supervision of children, including but not limited to:

• Providing children with clear directions and expectations, upholding and reinforcing schoolwide behavior systems

• Positively redirecting students who are struggling to meet behavior expectations to get them back on track quickly

• Creating opportunities for collaborative play (organizing or facilitating games, suggesting activities, etc.) while maintaining supervision of whole group

• Ensuring children are able to enjoy a recess free from bullying

• Communicating with school-based staff regarding any student concerns or recess needs

• Bringing out play equipment and ensure the play yard is tidied up after recess

• Other relevant duties as assigned by the School Principal