Supervision Assistant

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Elementary Supervision Assistant is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of students during non-instructional times such as recess lunch and hallway transitions. This role involves supervising students monitoring behavior and providing support to ensure a positive respectful and safe environment. The Supervision Assistant works closely with students to encourage appropriate behavior assist with conflict resolution and promote a positive school culture. The goal is to maintain order safety and a supportive atmosphere during times when students are not in the classroom.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise students during non-instructional times including recess lunch and transitions between classes.
• Monitor student behavior and enforce school rules to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
• Provide guidance and support to students helping them resolve conflicts and promoting positive interactions.
• Assist students with lining up transitioning between activities and ensuring that they follow safety protocols.
• Ensure students are accounted for and are in designated areas preventing accidents and ensuring safety.
• Encourage appropriate social behavior fostering a positive inclusive atmosphere.
• Report any incidents safety concerns or behavioral issues to appropriate school staff or administrators.
• Assist with the organization and management of students during group activities or school events.
• Monitor lunchroom behavior helping students with their lunch and maintaining order in the cafeteria.
• Support students with emotional needs and provide assistance if students become upset or need guidance.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized environment helping with the cleanup of areas used by students.
• Foster a positive encouraging attitude to promote a fun safe and productive environment for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall safety and well-being of students throughout the school day.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic child development principles and behavior management strategies for elementary-aged students.
• School safety procedures rules and policies related to student supervision during non-instructional times.
• Conflict resolution techniques and strategies for managing student behavior in group settings.
• Positive reinforcement strategies for encouraging appropriate behavior and social interactions.
• School-wide expectations for student behavior and the role of adults in maintaining these expectations.

• Supervising and managing groups of students to ensure their safety and well-being during breaks lunch and transitions.
• Monitoring student behavior and responding to conflicts in a calm effective and fair manner.
• Communicating clearly and effectively with students teachers and other staff members.
• Providing positive guidance and support to students to encourage appropriate social behavior.
• Observing and identifying potential safety concerns or behavioral issues and reporting them to the appropriate staff.
• Encouraging inclusivity cooperation and teamwork among students.
• Maintaining a positive calm and encouraging demeanor while supervising students.
• Enforce school rules consistently while promoting a positive and respectful atmosphere.
• Adapt to the varying needs of students supporting their emotional and social development.
• Handle student behavior challenges with patience empathy and clear expectations.
• Remain vigilant and proactive in monitoring students to ensure their safety during unstructured times.
• Work effectively with a team collaborating with other staff members to address student needs and concerns.
• Stay flexible and responsive to the dynamic environment of elementary school supervision.
• Foster positive relationships with students and encourage them to adhere to school expectations and rules.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility: Frequent walking standing bending crouching and kneeling to assist students and support classroom activities.
• Lifting: Ability to lift carry and move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally including assisting students with mobility needs if required.
• Repetitive Motion: Regular use of hands and fingers for writing typing and handling instructional materials.
• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Ability to see and hear within normal ranges to monitor student behavior support instruction and ensure safety.
• Physical Assistance: This may involve supporting students with physical disabilities including transferring positioning or assisting with mobility devices.
• Endurance: Capability to actively engage with students throughout the school day including indoor and outdoor supervision (e.g. recess field trips).
• Speech and Communication: Clear verbal communication to interact effectively with students staff and families.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• School Setting: Primarily works in classrooms but may also assist in specialized learning spaces libraries cafeterias playgrounds hallways and other school areas.
• Student Interaction: Regular direct interaction with students including those with diverse learning needs and varying behavioral emotional or physical abilities.
• Team Collaboration: Works closely with licensed instructional staff special education teams and other support personnel to assist students.
• Dynamic Environment: Fast-paced and varied requiring flexibility to shift between instructional support behavioral management and supervision tasks.
• Supervision Duties: Responsible for student supervision in classrooms and during non-instructional times (e.g. lunch recess bus loading/unloading and field trips).
• Exposure to Elements: May work outdoors during recess field trips or other activities subject to varying weather conditions.
• Health & Safety Considerations: Potential exposure to bodily fluids or illnesses while assisting students with health or hygiene needs following proper safety protocols.
• Noise Level: Moderate to high depending on student activities and settings.
• Physical Demands: The work involves standing walking bending lifting and moving throughout the day to support students and instructional activities.
• Inclusive Environment: Expected to promote and support a culturally responsive inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with children in an educational childcare or related setting.
• Associates degree or completion of at least two years of post-secondary education (equivalent to 60 college credits).
• Experience supporting students.
• Preferred: Training in behavior management techniques and culturally responsive practices.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and training.

BENEFIT INFORMATION
St. Louis Park Schools provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20 or more hours per week. Key benefits include:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

The cost of benefits varies based on the employee group and full-time equivalent (FTE) status. For detailed information including specific benefits and associated costs please refer to the applicable group or bargaining unit contract Employment Contracts.

Required Experience:

Junior IC