Deer Park School District

Substitute Supervisory Assistant

Location: Transportation

SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to actively supervise and support students in the lunchroom, playground, and throughout the school premises as assigned. The Lunchroom/Playground Supervisor helps maintain a safe, positive, and orderly environment while encouraging appropriate student behavior and interactions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervise students in the lunchroom, playground, hallways, and other assigned areas.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with students while reinforcing appropriate behavior.
Monitor student behavior and provide appropriate intervention in accordance with school rules, procedures, and expectations.
Assist students with the orderly procurement of their lunches.
Monitor and assist with the safe and orderly transition of students to and from the lunchroom, playground, and other areas.
Assist students with cleaning up after themselves, including spills, wiping tables, and disposing of trash.
Promote positive student interactions and encourage appropriate problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Maintain a safe and orderly environment for all students.
Report significant behavioral, safety, or other student concerns to the appropriate teacher, administrator, or supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience working with children is preferred.
Demonstrated reliability and excellent attendance.
Ability to work effectively with students and staff in a school environment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children and adults.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children.
Demonstrated ability to redirect children in a positive, proactive, and respectful manner.
Ability to recognize when student behavior requires intervention and determine an appropriate response.
Ability to recognize when an issue should be referred to a teacher, principal, or other appropriate staff member.
Keen observation skills and the ability to remain attentive to student activities and safety.
Ability to follow established school rules, procedures, and safety protocols.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seldom (less than 10%)	Limited (10-30%)	Moderate (31-60%)	Frequent (61-100%)
Lifting up to 20 lbs	Exposure to human-borne pathogens	Walking	Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs
Sitting	Twisting, pushing, pulling	Stooping, bending	Standing
			Exposure to outside elements

Salary Range: $17.13 per hour

Benefits: This position is not eligible for medical or retirement benefits.

Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the application online at www.dpsd.org and must include the following:
Resume
Confidential reference checks (at least 1, including the most recent supervisor)

As required by RCW 28A.400.303, school district employees are required to complete a Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check. Newly hired employees are responsible for the completion of the background check prior to hire.

Verification of identity and United States Work Authorization must be completed before employment commences.

Please contact Suzanne McKibbon at 509-464-5526 if disability accommodation is needed during the application process.

Notice of Nondiscrimination: Deer Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities, including employment, on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to:

Civil Rights	Title IX Compliance Coordinator	Section 504 Coordinator
Sam Abrahms	Suzanne McKibbon	Kirstin Hermann
HomeLink Assistant Principal	Director of Special Services	Assistant Special Service Director
509-468-3308	509-464-5526	509-464-5527
sam.abrams@dpsdmail.org	suzanne.mckibbon@dpsdmail.org	kristin.hermann@dpsdmail.org

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation in compliance with

Federal and state law should contact HR at 509-464-5500 or 509-464-5526