Position Title Playground Duty Aide- SERRC 21^st CCLC Program

Position Characteristics
The Playground Duty Aide provides assistance and supervision for K-2 children to ensure a safe and positive environment during the 15 minute outside recess prior to the start of the 21^st Century Afterschool Program. Playground duty may on occasion be inside based on weather. This is a key position as we teach young children to play well together. This is a part-time position and reports to the on-site lead teacher.

Position Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Works well with others from diverse backgrounds
Able to focus on solving conflicts among children; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others; and keeping emotions under control
Demonstrated ability to successfully work with young children.
Flexible, team oriented, collaborative worker
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate with program staff and administrators

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervises students at recess playtime prior to afterschool programming and maintains a harmonious atmosphere by encouraging peaceful resolution of conflicts
• Circulates throughout the playground
• Ensures students are playing safely
• Interacts with students to maintain order, provide assistance and support collaborative play
• Directs movement of students on the playground and to line up at the end of playtime
• Reports disciplinary concerns to the building administrator and/or classroom teacher
• Responds to emergency situations immediately following school policy
• Reports safety issues of playground equipment to the building administrator and/or classroom teacher
• Attends work regularly and is punctual; notifies on-site lead teacher of any absence early enough to allow for substitute planning
• Maintains confidentiality.

To apply, visit: http://serrc.org/apply

SERRC is an EOE. For more information, please contact Julie Jessal, Program Manager at 907-586-6806.