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Rockford Area Schools

Playground Supervisor

Rockford, MN · On-site

$15.87/hr

Elementary Playground Supervisor/Playground Supervisor Date Posted: 3/26/2025 Location: Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet School Date Available: 2025-26 School Year Closing Date: open until filled ...

Bemidji Area Schools

Playground Supervisor

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$16.50/hr

Hourly/Playground Supervisor Date Posted: 7/9/2026 Location: Various Closing Date: Open until filled These are school term positions at various elementary schools from approximately 10:30 a.m. to 1 ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for playground supervisor in Minnesota is $13.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.41 and $14.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Playground Supervisors are individuals responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety of children during playtime, typically at schools, parks, or recreational facilities. They supervise children’s activities, enforce rules to prevent accidents, and intervene when conflicts arise. Playground Supervisors also perform basic first aid if necessary and report any hazards or incidents to the appropriate authorities. Their presence helps create a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play and socialize.

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To thrive as a Playground Supervisor, you need a solid understanding of child supervision, basic first aid, and knowledge of safety protocols, often supported by relevant childcare or safety certifications. Familiarity with incident reporting systems and playground safety inspection tools is typically required. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and vigilance are crucial soft skills for engaging with children and maintaining a safe environment. These skills ensure children's safety, foster positive interactions, and enable quick response to emergencies during playtime.

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Infographic showing various Playground Supervisor job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,494 per year, or $13.7 per hour.

Playground Supervisor

Rockford Area Schools

Rockford, MN • On-site

$15.87/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Elementary Playground Supervisor/Playground Supervisor
Date Posted:
3/26/2025
Location:
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet School
Date Available:
2025-26 School Year
Closing Date:
open until filled
Playground Supervisor
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet School is seeking a Playground Supervisor to assist students of all ages on the playground from approximately 11:15 AM - 1:40 PM daily when school is in session. Candidates should have the ability to help children of all ages, kindergarten through fourth grade, maintain appropriate student safety on the playground, and communicate and supervise large groups of students effectively. Knowledge of school behavior standards, skills in coping with a variety of students and situations, and skills in working in a collaborative team based environment are strongly desired.
High School diploma required, First Aid/CPR strongly desired.
Contact Information
Brenda Nyhus, Principal
763-477-7501
brenda.nyhus@rockford883.org
Pay: $15.87/hr
Title IX
Rockford Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including employment.
All Title IX reports and concerns should be directed to the Superintendent of Schools
More information can be found athttps://www.rockford883.org/district/departments/human-resources/title-ix
Rockford Area Schools
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