Job Description
Title: Supervision Assistant/Health Office Assistant
DBM Classification: B21/Class 4 | B22/Class 5
Department: Elementary
Salary Range: $18.54 - $27.36
Employee Group: EM Spark
Prepared Date: August 2025
Reports to: School Building Principal
FTE/FLSA Status: .31 FTE-10-Months-Non- Exempt
2.5 hours per day; a pproximately 10:45-1:15pm daily 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.
Additionally, this position includes 30 minutes of supervision in the health office. The candidate would receive direction and training from the Licensed School Nurse to support students and staff members in the health office.
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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Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work,