Position: Noon Aide/Recess Monitor
Location: South Mountain
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $17.00/hour

Hours: Monday-Friday; 9:45 AM-1:00 PM

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY

As the Noon Aide/Recess Monitor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable recess experience for our students. You will be working primarily outdoors and will be responsible for supervising students during recess. Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide attentive supervision during recess, and share any challenges or unusual observations with teachers and school personnel. Paying special attention to safety, especially during changing weather conditions or other unique circumstances.
• Be ready for an active role, involving extended periods of standing, walking, and stooping. Encourage and assist students in gathering materials, games, balls, and other items for activities.
• Quickly report any injuries or unusual situations to the professional staff to ensure prompt attention and care.
• Cultivate warm and positive interactions with our scholars, creating an encouraging and friendly environment.
• Gently guide students away from inappropriate behavior and ensure they transition between activities in an orderly manner.
• Conduct daily checks of the playground, addressing any potential hazards to ensure a safe play area. Be prepared to respond appropriately to any emergencies.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong planning, execution, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated and dependable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience working with children
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a school setting or similar environment
• Basic first aid and CPR certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

ABOUT US

Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students began learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

At SVA, we offer smaller class sizes (for teacher postings), competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits, life insurance and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes.

BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.

INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM?

Apply through the link below.https://sunvalleyacademy.isolvedhire.com/