Job Description
Title: PARA 4- Supervision Assistant
DBM Classification: B21/Class 4
Department: Elementary
Salary Range: $18.54 - $26.28
Employee Group: EM Spark
Prepared Date: August 2025
Reports to: School Building Principal
FTE/FLSA Status: .28 FTE-10-Months-Non-Exempt
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES The Elementary Supervision Assistant is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of students during non-instructional times, such as recess, lunch, and hallway transitions. This role involves supervising students, monitoring behavior, and providing support to ensure a positive, respectful, and safe environment. The Supervision Assistant works closely with students to encourage appropriate behavior, assist with conflict resolution, and promote a positive school culture. The goal is to maintain order, safety, and a supportive atmosphere during times when students are not in the classroom.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Supervise students during non-instructional times, including recess, lunch, and transitions between classes.
- Monitor student behavior and enforce school rules to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
- Provide guidance and support to students, helping them resolve conflicts and promoting positive interactions.
- Assist students with lining up, transitioning between activities, and ensuring that they follow safety protocols.
- Ensure students are accounted for and are in designated areas, preventing accidents and ensuring safety.
- Encourage appropriate social behavior, fostering a positive, inclusive atmosphere.
- Report any incidents, safety concerns, or behavioral issues to appropriate school staff or administrators.
- Assist with the organization and management of students during group activities or school events.
- Monitor lunchroom behavior, helping students with their lunch and maintaining order in the cafeteria.
- Support students with emotional needs and provide assistance if students become upset or need guidance.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized environment, helping with the cleanup of areas used by students.
- Foster a positive, encouraging attitude to promote a fun, safe, and productive environment for students.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall safety and well-being of students throughout the school day.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES - Basic child development principles and behavior management strategies for elementary-aged students.
- School safety procedures, rules, and policies related to student supervision during non-instructional times.
- Conflict resolution techniques and strategies for managing student behavior in group settings.
- Positive reinforcement strategies for encouraging appropriate behavior and social interactions.
- School-wide expectations for student behavior and the role of adults in maintaining these expectations.
- Supervising and managing groups of students to ensure their safety and well-being during breaks, lunch, and transitions.
- Monitoring student behavior and responding to conflicts in a calm, effective, and fair manner.
- Communicating clearly and effectively with students, teachers, and other staff members.
- Providing positive guidance and support to students to encourage appropriate social behavior.
- Observing and identifying potential safety concerns or behavioral issues, and reporting them to the appropriate staff.
- Encouraging inclusivity, cooperation, and teamwork among students.
- Maintaining a positive, calm, and encouraging demeanor while supervising students.
- Enforce school rules consistently while promoting a positive and respectful atmosphere.
- Adapt to the varying needs of students, supporting their emotional and social development.
- Handle student behavior challenges with patience, empathy, and clear expectations.
- Remain vigilant and proactive in monitoring students to ensure their safety during unstructured times.
- Work effectively with a team, collaborating with other staff members to address student needs and concerns.
- Stay flexible and responsive to the dynamic environment of elementary school supervision.
- Foster positive relationships with students and encourage them to adhere to school expectations and rules.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, bending, crouching, and kneeling to assist students and support classroom activities.
- Lifting: Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, including assisting students with mobility needs if required.
- Repetitive Motion: Regular use of hands and fingers for writing, typing, and handling instructional materials.
- Visual and Auditory Requirements: Ability to see and hear within normal ranges to monitor student behavior, support instruction, and ensure safety.
- Physical Assistance: This may involve supporting students with physical disabilities, including transferring, positioning, or assisting with mobility devices.
- Endurance: Capability to actively engage with students throughout the school day, including indoor and outdoor supervision (e.g., recess, field trips).
- Speech and Communication: Clear verbal communication to interact effectively with students, staff, and families.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - School Setting: Primarily works in classrooms but may also assist in specialized learning spaces, libraries, cafeterias, playgrounds, hallways, and other school areas.
- Student Interaction: Regular, direct interaction with students, including those with diverse learning needs and varying behavioral, emotional, or physical abilities.
- Team Collaboration: Works closely with licensed instructional staff, special education teams, and other support personnel to assist students.
- Dynamic Environment: Fast-paced and varied, requiring flexibility to shift between instructional support, behavioral management, and supervision tasks.
- Supervision Duties: Responsible for student supervision in classrooms and during non-instructional times (e.g., lunch, recess, bus loading/unloading, and field trips).
- Exposure to Elements: May work outdoors during recess, field trips, or other activities, subject to varying weather conditions.
- Health & Safety Considerations: Potential exposure to bodily fluids or illnesses while assisting students with health or hygiene needs, following proper safety protocols.
- Noise Level: Moderate to high, depending on student activities and settings.
- Physical Demands: The work involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving throughout the day to support students and instructional activities.
- Inclusive Environment: Expected to promote and support a culturally responsive, inclusive, and equitable learning environment for all students.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Experience working with children in an educational, childcare, or related setting.
- Associate's degree or completion of at least two years of post-secondary education (equivalent to 60 college credits).
- Experience supporting students.
- Preferred: Training in behavior management techniques and culturally responsive practices.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and training.
BENEFIT INFORMATION St. Louis Park Schools provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20 or more hours per week. Key benefits include:
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
The cost of benefits varies based on the employee group and full-time equivalent (FTE) status. For detailed information, including specific benefits and associated costs, please refer to the applicable group or bargaining unit contract Employment Contracts .
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