Playground Monitor

Archdiocese of St. Louis • Full-time • Kirkwood, MO, US • 3d ago

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

St. Peter Catholic School seeks a caring, dependable, and attentive Playground Monitor to provide supervision and support for students during recess and other assigned outdoor activities. Rooted in the mission of St. Peter Parish to form disciples of Christ through a vibrant faith community, the Playground Monitor plays an important role in helping create a safe, respectful, welcoming, and positive environment for students.

Working under the direction of school administration, the Playground Monitor actively supervises students, reinforces school expectations, encourages positive interactions, and responds appropriately to student needs and safety concerns.

Job Responsibilities

Student Supervision & Safety

• Actively supervise students during assigned recess periods and other designated outdoor activities

• Maintain consistent visual awareness of students and remain actively engaged throughout the supervision period

• Help ensure students use playground equipment and outdoor spaces safely and appropriately

• Monitor playground boundaries and designated student areas

• Respond promptly to injuries, unsafe behavior, conflicts, or other concerns and notify appropriate school personnel as needed

• Follow school procedures for emergencies, injuries, severe weather, and other safety situations

Student Behavior & Support

• Reinforce school rules, playground expectations, and appropriate student behavior in a fair and consistent manner

• Encourage kindness, inclusion, good sportsmanship, and respectful interactions among students

• Assist students in resolving minor conflicts appropriately and seek assistance from school staff when additional support is needed

• Use positive redirection and age-appropriate guidance when addressing student behavior

• Foster positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries

Faith Formation & Mission Support

• Support the Catholic identity and mission of St. Peter School through daily interactions and conduct

• Model Christian values, kindness, patience, respect, and professionalism in all interactions

• Help foster a caring and faith-centered school community where every student is treated with dignity

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and school administration

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues and students

• Report significant behavioral, safety, or student concerns to the appropriate staff member or administrator

• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and school matters

• Demonstrate flexibility in supporting school supervision needs as assigned

Professional Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and maintain dependable attendance for assigned shifts

• Complete required Archdiocesan compliance training, including Safe Environment requirements

• Follow school policies, procedures, supervision protocols, and direction from administration

• Demonstrate professionalism, good judgment, attentiveness, adaptability, and a positive attitude

• Refrain from personal phone use or other distractions while actively supervising students except in an emergency or as directed by school administration

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, parish, recreation, or related setting preferred

• Ability to supervise groups of children attentively and consistently

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to remain calm, fair, and responsive in student situations

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Practicing Catholic preferred; commitment to supporting Catholic education required

Work Expectations

• Part-time position based on school needs and assigned recess or supervision schedule

• Regular and dependable presence during assigned school hours

• Work is primarily performed outdoors and may occur in varying weather conditions, consistent with school outdoor-recess policies

• Flexibility to assist with other student supervision duties as needed

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.