Elementary Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor

Elementary Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor Urbana School District #116 Leal Elementary School - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5646286 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Urbana School District #116 TITLE: Elementary Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor LOCATION: Leal Elementary School SUPERVISOR: Principal or Assistant Principal SUPERVISES: Students JOB SUMMARY: Supervise the lunchroom and playground effectively to create a safe and pleasant environment for staff and students. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Maintain discipline by enforcing safety rules when students are in the lunchroom, playground, and activity room Assist younger students with opening cartons, wrappers, etc, when they are unable to independently do so Be aware of situations arising in the lunchroom or on the playground to defuse them before a situation gets out of control Exercise a fair but consistent manner when interacting with students Maintain a good relationship with teachers by keeping them informed about problems or situations involving their students Practice proper guidelines and protocols per assigned building Actively supervise students; move throughout the work area as needed, and perform tasks that involve consistent mobility. Candidates must be able to walk, bend, reach, and engage in physical activity regularly to successfully fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE Previous experience working with children preferred Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with children and adults appropriately Ability to follow simple instructions, orally or written PREFERREDSKILLS AND ABILITIES: Recreation background Knowledge of peer mediation and conflict resolution techniques and ability to apply them to lunch and playground situations Knowledge of First Aid TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage . This is a position not within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position. This is not an exempt position. Student contact days, 10:45am - 1:00pm (2 hours, 15 minutes) Pay Rate is $18.10/hour EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel. START DATE: ASAP AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER REVISED: September2025 Position Type: Hourly Contact Information Emily Reiliy , Assistant Principal Leal Elementary School Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr