Playground/Lunchroom Supervisor at Woodland School District 50 in Gurnee, IL

Job description

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve. If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team! Minority candidates encouraged to apply. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Postion Title: Playground/Lunchroom Supervisor Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened. Date Posted: September 16, 2026 Location: Woodland Elementary School Date Available: September 23, 2026 Description: Supervise students on the playground and maintain safety and established guidelines QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education: High School or GED equivalent. 2. Experience: Experience with children preferred. Must possess good people skills and have a good work ethic. ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES : 1. Arrives promptly at the designated time at the beginning of the period and remains until the students have left 2. Supervises the arrival of students entering the playground/cafeteria, students on the playground/cafeteria, students participation during the recess/lunch time and student departure from the playground/cafeteria 3. Is aware of emergency procedures and how to obtain medical attention in the event of an accident 4. Is aware of Building protocol for emergency procedures 5. Refer to "Recess Rules" for specific information. (Guidelines are distributed to the Supervisors and additional copies are available from the building administration.) 6. Performs any additional duties necessary to supervise the program KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students and staff. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Comprehensive strategic thinking and rapid problem-solving skills to effectively handle crisis situations. Empathetic, humanistic and open-minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Strategic thinker. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES: 1. Supports the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community. 2. Welcomes and promotes inclusion, equity, and diversity. 3. Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the success of all students. 4. Understands that one's identity may be different from students, parents, and staff. Appreciates those differences for the success of all students. 5. Works collaboratively and respectfully with students, parents, staff and community members across diverse identities and backgrounds. 6. Anticipates, identifies, and adapts to change in support of continuous improvement. 7. Communicates in an approachable, respectful and professional manner. 8. Participates in professional development and training to enhance effectiveness. 9. Takes initiative, manages multiple priorities, and organizes work efficiently. 10. Effectively organizes work to be as productive as possible. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical