Lunch & Recess/Latchkey Workers

Huron Academy•Utica, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Huron Academy is currently hiring for part time Lunch/Recess/Latchkey Workers. This position helps maintain a safe, positive, and orderly environment while supporting student behavior, engagement, and appropriate interactions. The Lunch & Recess/Latchkey Worker works collaboratively with school staff to ensure students are supervised and supported throughout the school day and latchkey program. Huron Academy is a tuition free public charter school for K-8th located in Clinton Township. We offer smaller class sizes, a hands on science program, character education, and strong academic programs. Latchkey and preschool classes are offered five days a week throughout the year.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to actively supervise and monitor multiple students.
Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to safety and behavioral concerns.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students and staff.
Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in various situations.
Ability to follow established school procedures and expectations.
Ability to adapt to the needs of students and changing activities.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to move throughout the school, playground, lunchroom, and latchkey areas.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed when working with students.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to respond quickly to student safety and supervision needs.
Ability to effectively supervise and interact with students.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Dependable, patient, flexible, and professional.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Commitment to providing a safe and positive environment for students.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children or in a school or childcare setting preferred.
Experience in a latchkey, before/after-school, childcare, or youth program preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise students during lunch, recess, and latchkey programming.
Monitor student behavior and reinforce school expectations and rules.
Ensure students remain in designated areas and follow safety procedures.
Assist students with questions, needs, and appropriate problem-solving.
Support positive social interactions and encourage respectful behavior.
Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and transitions as assigned.
Lead or assist with age-appropriate activities during latchkey programming.
Assist students with homework, reading, games, crafts, or other activities during latchkey hours, as appropriate.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment.
Address minor behavioral concerns and report significant concerns to appropriate school staff.
Follow school safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Communicate student concerns and relevant information to teachers or school leadership.
Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.
Work cooperatively with teachers, administrators, and other school staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.