Playground/Cafeteria Monitor

• Position Type: Monitor/ Playground/Cafeteria Monitor
• Date Posted: 4/29/2025
• Location: University Schools Elementary
• Date Available: 08/01/2025

UNIVERSITY SCHOOLS

POSITION TITLE: Playground/Cafeteria Monitor

Position Type: Part-Time

Pay: Starting at $15.50 per hour

Schedule: Shifts are available during the following times:

• 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM
• 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Notes: Not all monitors are required to work all shifts. We offer some scheduling flexibility.

Reports To: Elementary Administrative Assistant & Assistant Principal

About the Role

We’re looking for caring, reliable individuals to join our team as Playground and Cafeteria Monitors . This is a great part‑time opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a positive difference in a school community.

In this role, you’ll help supervise students during key parts of the school day — including arrival, lunch, and recess — helping to ensure a safe, welcoming, and fun environment. Your day will be filled with fresh air, friendly faces, and plenty of smiles.

What You’ll Do

• Greet and supervise students during morning arrival.
• Oversee students during lunch and recess in the cafeteria, playground, and other common areas.
• Assist students with lunch needs (e.g., opening containers, using the microwave, cleaning up small spills).
• Help with lunchroom and playground clean‑up as needed.
• Check playground areas for safety, sweep debris, and perform light snow removal when needed.
• Report any injuries, concerns, or behavior issues to staff.
• Be a visible, supportive presence throughout the school day.
• Step in to help with other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Friendly and dependable, with a love for working with kids.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, in all kinds of weather.
• Able to move around frequently, including walking, standing, stooping, and occasionally lifting or shoveling.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, positive attitude.
• Able to handle interruptions and multitask when needed.
• A background check is required for hire.
• You’ll need appropriate footwear (closed-toe shoes, sneakers, or boots).
• PPE (e.g., masks or gloves) may be required and will be provided as needed.
• This position qualifies for Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefits.
• This position is not eligible for health, dental, or vision insurance.

University Schools is committed to providing a safe learning and work environment where all members of the school community are treated with dignity and respect. The schools in the district are subject to all federal and state laws and constitutional provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, veteran status, ancestry or need for special education services. Accordingly, no otherwise qualified student, employee, applicant for employment or member of the public may be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination under any district program or activity on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, veteren status, ancestry or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.