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Playground

Enterprise Account Executive

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$1K/day

... Playground's platform to meet enterprise-scale requirements Executive & Multi-Stakeholder Engagement * Present to and influence senior decision-makers (founders, COOs, operations leaders, finance ...

Playground

Head of Finance

Denver, CO · On-site

$250K - $300K/yr

Head Of Finance As the Head of Finance, you will be the key financial partner to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, responsible for driving Playground's long-term financial strategy, planning ...

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How much do playground leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for playground leader in the United States is $25.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Playground Leader vs Recreation Assistant?

AspectPlayground LeaderRecreation Assistant
Required CredentialsCPR/First Aid certification, sometimes a background checkCPR/First Aid certification, relevant experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor playgrounds, parks, schoolyardsCommunity centers, parks, recreational facilities
Employer & IndustrySchools, parks departments, community organizationsRecreation departments, community programs
Common Search & ComparisonPlayground Leader vs Recreation Assistant

Both roles involve working with children in outdoor or recreational settings and often require CPR/First Aid certification. However, Playground Leaders typically focus on supervising outdoor play and ensuring safety at playgrounds, while Recreation Assistants may have broader responsibilities in organizing activities and supporting recreational programs. The roles are similar in environment and industry, making them common points of comparison for job seekers.

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Lunch/Playground Supervisor

The McHenry County ROE Application Consortium

Woodstock, IL

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Lunch & Playground Supervisor for the 2026-27 School Year. The goal of this position is to maintain a positive environment through safe and efficient supervision of school activities in the lunchroom and on the playground.


The ideal candidate will:

  • Supervise students and maintain order in the lunchroom, on the playground and in the halls/corridors
  • Assist in guiding students in development of desirable and acceptable social skills and habits
  • Assist in general welfare and safety of students
  • Report accidents and hazardous conditions immediately
  • Resolve problems that might arise
  • Inform teacher and/or principal of any serious problems
  • Maintain the school rules and be consistent with discipline
  • Encourage healthy attitudes and good bus/playground/lunchroom standards
  • Consistently encourage following rules and organization of games to help establish habits of fair play in order to enjoy wholesome recreation activities
  • Periodically inspect the safety of equipment on the playground and report safety concerns
  • Respond immediately to safety complaints made by students
  • Send students to the nurse on matters that require immediate medical attention
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Report to building principal

Requirements include:

  • Education:  GED or high school diploma preferred
  • Experience and desire to work with children
  • Friendly and shows patience with children
  • Positive leadership skills
  • Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude while on the job
  • Ability to work efficiently with staff, students and community
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to follow oral and written directions
  • Ability to exercise good judgment, neatness, integrity and punctuality
  • Ability to respect confidential matters
  • Physical: Ability to lift 40 pounds to waist height occasionally
  • Physical: Good agility and mobility with physical stamina to move about hard and soft play areas and ability to move quickly to students who are posing a risk to themselves or others


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