Lower School Monitor (French & English Bilingual)

Kennedy International School•New York, NY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy International School is seeking a French & English Bilingual Monitor for its Lower School (Grades Pre-K3 to 5th). This role provides a welcoming and competent presence on campus, interacting with students, teachers, staff, and administrators. Key attributes for success include punctuality, composure, a strong focus on safety and health, and enjoyment in working with young students. This is a part-time support staff position for the 2026-2027 school year, running from August 2026 to June 2027. The work hours are Monday to Friday, approximately 10:30 AM to 2:45 PM on campus when school is in session, with a potential extension to 5 PM depending on the afterschool schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma required
French and English fluency required
One year of monitoring and facilitating students, implementing school lunch and recess routines and processes, or relevant work experience in a school
A strong work ethic and ability to work effectively with students, school administrators, teachers, and staff
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
At ease with and communicates well with primary school students
A demonstrated capacity for collaboration, consistency and reliability, and calm composure under pressure
Background check clearance is required

Nice To Haves

High levels of professionalism and dedication to helping students grow and learn in an innovative educational setting highly preferred
Possesses a growth mindset and an innate joy in serving families and students

Responsibilities

Serve as a key support staff member during Lower School lunch and recess hours
Monitor incoming/outgoing traffic and interactions with a keen eye for potential issues in order to protect the well-being of students, staff, and the sanctity of the educational environment
Coordinate the efficient and safe movement of students during arrival and dismissal of lunch and recess hours, including aiding in hallway management
Create a positive and welcoming environment to our students by ensuring lunch and recess spaces are clean, welcoming, and informative
Support students’ positive behavior by enforcing school wide rules to make sure the Lower School operations are running smoothly
Participate in facilitating and overseeing students’ health, safety, and behavior in indoor and outdoor settings throughout the school year
Contribute to the school’s seamless operation by maintaining open and proactive communication with faculty and staff
Provide general support and related work as required