[2026-2027] Part Time Elementary Recess Aide

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Recess Aides primarily provide general supervision of elementary-aged children during outdoor (or indoor) recess, helping to ensure that recess is a safe, joyful experience for students. Candidates for this position should enjoy engaging with children and have some experience supporting children in school, after/before school, summer camp, and/or daycare settings. Recess Monitor must be all weekdays; hours vary a bit by school, but typically include mid-morning to afternoon hours (10:00am-2:00pm or 11:00am-3:00pm).

Requirements

Love and see the high potential of all children
Experience working with children in school, childcare or enrichment settings
Ability to quickly build relationships and rapport with children and uphold high expectations in a warm but clear and direct manner
Flexible, team-player committed to ensuring a positive, joyful experience for students
Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Responsibilities

Providing children with clear directions and expectations, upholding and reinforcing schoolwide behavior systems
Positively redirecting students who are struggling to meet behavior expectations to get them back on track quickly
Creating opportunities for collaborative play (organizing or facilitating games, suggesting activities, etc.) while maintaining supervision of whole group
Ensuring children are able to enjoy a recess free from bullying
Communicating with school-based staff regarding any student concerns or recess needs
Bringing out play equipment and ensure the play yard is tidied up after recess
Other relevant duties as assigned by the School Principal