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Lunch/Recess Aide

Wake Forest, NC

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Wake Preparatory Academy is accepting applications for Lunch/Recess Aides for the 2026-2027 school ... Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, administering first aid if necessary and ...

Lunch/Recess Aide

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

American Leadership Academy is accepting applications for Lunch/Recess Aides for the 2026-2027 ... Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, administering first aid if necessary and ...

Lunch/Recess Aide

Blythewood, SC ยท On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

American Leadership Academy-Blythewood is accepting applications for Lunch/Recess Aides for the ... Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, administering first aid if necessary and ...

Lunch/Recess Aide

Lexington, SC ยท On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Monitor students during lunch and recess to ensure their safety and well-being, providing constant ... Be prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents, administering first aid if necessary and ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lunch recess aid in the United States is $21.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Lunch and Recess Aid

Niles, IL โ€ข On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description


Title:ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย Lunch and Recess Aid
Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime and playtime in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures.
Essential Functions:





  • Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
  • Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
  • Assists in supervising the playground/classroom during the lunch hour.
  • Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
  • Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
  • Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
  • Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
  • Assists with supervising students in libraries, and escorting students to and from school buses.
  • Reports to teachers, principal, nurse and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.

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Additional Duties

  • May distribute textbooks, supplies or other materials as requested.
  • May collect count and deposit food services program monies.
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.ย  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilitiesย 

  • Effective organizational and problem solving skills
  • Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.


Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

  • Works in standard school environment and in outdoor weather.

ย Note:ย ย  Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.