Lunchroom​/Recess Paraprofessional at Grey Cloud Elementary School

Position Details

Position: Lunchroom/Recess Paraprofessional

Location: Grey Cloud Elementary School

Hours per Day: 3 hours per day (10:25 a.m.

- 1:25 p.m.)

Starting Base Pay: $21.50 per hour (additional $0.50 per hour for Highly Qualified status)

Applicable for: 2- or 4-year degree, 60 semester credits, or successful completion of District Para Pro program

Annual Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, supplemental life, dependent life, long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, retirement plans.

Effective Date: September 2, 2026

Application Period: June 5, 2026 – June 10, 2026 or until filled

This position is responsible for large-group student supervision during the lunch and recess period at elementary school buildings. Implementation of positive and consistent expectations provides emotional and physical safety for each child.

• Familiarize students with and enforce a set of appropriate behavioral guidelines and consequences for lunchroom and recess period.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to enhance their self-concept and attitude toward learning.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all kitchen, lunchroom, and building staff to foster a respectful, positive atmosphere.
• Escort students to lunchroom, restrooms, lockers, and nurse's office, as necessary.
• Provide on-site conflict resolution, referring incidents to the building principal.
• Wash lunchroom tables and perform general clean-up between lunch periods and after the last lunch period of each day.
• Be prepared daily to supervise outside recess activities.
• Direct safe movement of groups of students to and from recess area, including walking through parking and bus loading areas.
• Encourage students to engage in appropriate recess activities and recommend activities as needed.
• Ensure play equipment is used safely and notify the building principal of any needed repair.
• Perform additional cafeteria duties as directed by the building principal when not supervising recess.
• Maintain a harmonious and inclusive atmosphere during lunch and recess.
• Provide additional student and area supervision as directed by the building principal.
• Understand and uphold boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain fairness, confidentiality, respect, and equity for all students, staff, and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Competencies required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and desire to work with children aged 5–12 years.
• Ability to establish and enforce behavioral guidelines consistently.
• Ability to supervise large groups of children (up to 130).
• Active participation in district-sponsored training when offered.
• Model appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students.
• Routine computer skills, including email, internet navigation, and Microsoft Word.
• Pass Paraprofessional fitness for duty tests.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
• Prompt, regular, and reliable attendance.
• Effective communication with students, parents, coworkers, supervisors, and the community.
• Demonstrated appreciation of diversity in all interactions.
• Training and experience in behavioral management techniques.
• Current certification in first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of behavior characteristics of elementary students.