Recess Aide (Part Time)
- Employer
- KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, Teaching Assistant / Aide
- Job Type
- Part-Time
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Company Description
About Us: KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in educationally underserved communities. Over 100,000 students attend one of the 242 KIPP schools that operate in 31 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students.
Our Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Job Description
Position Overview
Recess Monitors 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 available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 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:
Qualifications
Qualifications & Credentials
Additional Information
Compensation
KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.
About Us: KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in educationally underserved communities. Over 100,000 students attend one of the 242 KIPP schools that operate in 31 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students.
Our Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Job Description
Position Overview
Recess Monitors 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 available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 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
Qualifications
Qualifications & Credentials
- Love and see the high potential of all children
- Experience working with children in school, childcare or enrichment settings
- Ability to quickly build relationships and rapport with children and uphold high expectations in a warm but clear and direct manner
- Flexible, team-player committed to ensuring a positive, joyful experience for students
- Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks:
- PA State Police Clearance
- PA Child Abuse Clearance
- Cogent Federal Fingerprinting
Additional Information
Compensation
- Recess Monitors are compensated at $13.00 per hour and typically work 16 hours/week
KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.
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