Recreation Aide

Long Beach Unified School District•Long Beach, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Principal or designee, the Recreation Aide helps ensure a safe, clean, and secure environment for students participating in playground, physical education, meal-period, and recreational activities. The role organizes and oversees recreational and playground activities and performs related duties as assigned. Positions in this class generally range from 1 to 3 hours per day. Applications may also be considered for substitute work and future vacancies as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe playground practices and appropriate student conduct.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills involving tact, patience, and courtesy.
Basic first aid knowledge.
Ability to monitor, observe, and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
Ability to understand, apply, and explain school rules, regulations, and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Ability to understand the behavior of school-aged children and demonstrate understanding and patience toward students.
Ability to administer first aid or provide necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students.
Ability to learn District organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines, observe health and safety regulations, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, complete forms, and prepare schedules and routine reports related to assigned activities.
Ability to operate a walkie-talkie.
Any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge, or abilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

Maintain student control and discipline during playground, physical education, meal periods, and recreational activities; explain rules and expectations, settle disputes, and prepare disciplinary referrals when appropriate.
Build positive relationships with students and staff and promote good public relations with parents and the local community.
Communicate with school administration and staff about pertinent information, including events, programs, and observations or incidents involving students.
Organize and oversee recreational and playground activities; store equipment and supplies properly; and apply District policies and procedures.
Circulate through assigned school areas, including playgrounds, sports fields, and bus lines, promoting safety, good citizenship, fair play, sportsmanship, and respect for property and others.
Apply school nutrition program rules and supervise student behavior in cafeteria lines, dining rooms, lunch areas, restrooms, and playgrounds; during inclement weather, supervise students in classrooms and auditoriums during nutrition-service periods; encourage good manners and proper nutrition; and assist the cafeteria supervisor after lunch.
Conduct inventory and safety checks of playground supplies, inspect playgrounds and surrounding areas for hazards, and report safety concerns to a supervisor.
Perform incidental housekeeping, including arranging and putting away items, wiping down tables, chairs, work and play areas, toys, and equipment, creating displays, and arranging furniture.
Provide first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students, report playground injuries, and complete accident reports.
Train new Recreation Aides as directed; schedule staffing to ensure adequate coverage when assigned; and arrange substitute coverage as needed.
Use a walkie-talkie and radio to request emergency assistance as necessary.
Attend and participate in meetings, workshops, in-service sessions, and training programs.
Perform related duties as assigned.