Overview
Category:support
Median Salary:$26,000
Education Required:high-school
Growth Outlook:stable
Student Interaction:direct student
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor student safety during recess
- Facilitate inclusive play activities
- Resolve conflicts between students
- Enforce playground rules
- Administer basic first aid
- Report incidents to teachers or office
A Day in the Life
- Set up playground equipment and games
- Active supervision of play areas
- Engage with students during play
- Mediate disputes and teach conflict resolution
- Respond to injuries and accidents
- Organize group games and activities
- Weather-related indoor recess supervision
Education & Certification Path
1
High school diploma or equivalent
2
Complete district safety training
3
First Aid and CPR certification
4
Child supervision experience helpful
Required Certifications
- Background check and clearances
- Basic First Aid and CPR
- Playground safety training
Career Progression
Playground Aide → Lead Playground Supervisor→
After-School Program Assistant→
Classroom Aide→
School Safety Personnel
Work Environment
Outdoor playground and indoor gym/cafeteria during bad weather
Typical Schedule
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (part-time, split shifts)