Playground​/Cafeteria Monitor

Playground/Cafeteria Monitor

• Position Type:
  Monitor/ Playground/Cafeteria Monitor
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location:
  
  University Schools Elementary
• Date Available:
  
  08/06/2025

UNIVERSITY SCHOOLS

Playground/Cafeteria Monitor (Part-Time)

Starting Pay: $16.00 per hour

Make a Difference in a Child's Day!

Do you enjoy working with children and want a flexible part‑time job where you can make a positive impact? University Schools is looking for friendly, dependable individuals to join our team as Playground/Cafeteria Monitors
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In this role, you'll help create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for our elementary students during arrival, lunch, and recess. Whether you're greeting students in the morning, encouraging positive play on the playground, or helping during lunch, you'll be an important part of our school community.

If you're looking for meaningful work that fits your schedule, we'd love to hear from you!

Schedule

Shifts are available during the following times:

• 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM
• 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Flexible Scheduling: Monitors are not required to work every shift. We work with employees to build schedules that fit both school needs and availability.

Reports To: Elementary Assistant Principal and Restorative Practices

What You'll Do

• Welcome and supervise students during morning arrival.
• Monitor students during lunch and recess in the cafeteria, playground, and other common areas.
• Help students with lunch needs, including opening containers, using the microwave, and cleaning up small spills.
• Assist with keeping lunchroom and playground areas clean and organized.
• Help maintain safe playground conditions by checking equipment, sweeping debris, and assisting with light snow removal when needed.
• Observe student behavior and promptly report injuries, safety concerns, or disciplinary issues.
• Foster a positive, respectful environment where students feel safe and supported.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, patient, and enjoys working with children.
• Dependable with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Able to stay active throughout the day, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, and occasionally lifting or shoveling.
• Able to communicate effectively and remain calm in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
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• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Starting pay: $16.00 per hour
• Eligible for Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefits.
• Not eligible for medical, dental, or vision insurance.
• Background check required prior to employment.
• Closed-toe shoes, sneakers, or boots are required.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided when necessary.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Become part of a school community where your work truly matters and every day brings an opportunity to positively impact students.

University Schools is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning and work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth-related conditions, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Colorado law.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. yment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.