Lower School Substitute Lunch and Recess Monitor

Job Description

Description:

We have a meaningful opportunity to impact students’ lives as a Substitute Lunch and Recess Monitor. In this role, you’ll create a safe, joyful, and supportive environment during lunch and recess. This is some of the most social and unstructured parts of the school day. We’re looking for Christian role models who love Jesus and children, and who bring calm, kindness, and attentiveness to every interaction. If you enjoy being outside, encouraging social-emotional growth, and serving in a Christ-centered community, this could be a great fit for you.

Supervise and support Lower School students (Grade 1-5) during lunch and recess, providing guidance, structure, and encouragement in alignment with New Life Academy’s mission and core values.

Hours:

As needed between 10:20 AM – 1:20 PM, Monday–Friday (based on school need and availability).

Recess Responsibilities:

Encourage children to explore, play, and be creative during outdoor and indoor recess.

Support students with social interactions and challenges by offering guidance and compassionate redirection.

Supervise children to ensure a safe and inclusive play environment.

Communicate with classroom teachers regarding student behavior or concerns.

Manage smooth transitions between classroom, playground, and lunchroom settings.

Follow safety and supervision protocols in line with licensing guidelines.

Lunch Responsibilities:

Supervise students during lunch periods, promoting a calm and respectful environment.

Assist students with opening food items, cleanup, and lunchroom routines.

Monitor behavior and reinforce expectations through positive modeling.

Communicate any significant concerns or incidents to classroom teachers or the Lower School Principal.

Ensure cleanliness and safety procedures are followed in accordance with school policies.Requirements:

Prior experience working with children in school, church, or caregiving settings.

Strong Christian faith and an active relationship with Jesus Christ.

Active participation in a local church aligned with evangelical Christian beliefs.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Ability to maintain a calm, attentive, and caring presence in a busy environment.

Dependability and flexibility in a substitute role.

Work Environment:

This position involves walking, standing, and supervising children both indoors (cafeteria, gym, classrooms) and outdoors on various terrains.

Recess takes place outside, except in cases of inclement weather.

Must be able to assist with minor clean-up tasks, spills, and food-related needs.

Noise levels will vary based on student activity.

Spiritual:

Is able to effectively integrate the gospel-centered message into day-to-day responsibilities effectively.

Has a strong reputation exemplified by passion and consistency that students want to emulate and parents respect.

Proactively seeks ways to improve how the school presents itself from a Christian perspective.

Born again believer who exhibits the Fruit of the Spirit in their daily walk

Regular attendee and supporter of a church whose fundamental beliefs are evangelical in nature

Full-time