An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!
Posting Information: We are currently hiring for a student supervision support staff member at Mt. View Elementary school for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interview Process: If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interview at a date to be determined.
Schedule: 4 hours per day; M-F. This position is temporary for the 26/27 school year, but may be extended into future school years based on student enrollment, funding, and program need.
Location: Mt. View Elementary
Salary: Minimum Wage
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)
Benefits:
12 sick leave days; Up to 12 paid holidays; 6 personal leave days (to be deducted from sick leave); 5 bereavement leave days; (leave to be pro-rated by employee's scheduled work days for the school year); health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance; other fringe benefits as allowed under School Board Policies and Procedures and the Educational Support Personnel Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Overview
Student Supervision Support staff support the Shelton School District's Strategic Plan and School Improvement Plans by providing active supervision of students during instruction and non-instructional times, including before and after school, recess, lunch periods, passing times, and during classroom instruction. This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe, orderly, and welcoming school environment by monitoring student behavior, enforcing school expectations, supporting positive student interactions, and responding promptly to safety concerns.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass a Federal criminal background check
- Prior experience supervising children or youth in school or community settings, preferred (not required)
- Ability to attend specific trainings such as CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention)
- Ability to complete 28 hours of District provided training within the first school year of employment as required by statute
- Ability to work effectively with students in a school setting
- Ability to maintain supervision, awareness, and engagement in busy and active environments
- Ability to learn and implement new strategies and techniques
- Possession of excellent communication skills including active listening and two-way communication.
- Ability to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment
- Ability to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace
- Ability to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff
- Ability to admit faults and learn from mistakes
- Ability to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately
- Ability and willingness to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization
- Ability to work with diverse students, staff, and families
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
Essential Functions
- Actively supervise students during assigned times including
Before and after school arrival and dismissal
Recess and playground activities
Lunch periods and common areas
Hallways, restrooms, and shared spaces during passing times
Classrooms
- Monitors student behavior to ensure compliance with school rules and expectations
- Intervenes early and appropriately in student conflicts, unsafe behaviors, or rule violations
- Maintains visible, mobile, and engaged supervision at all times (not stationary or passive)
- Promotes positive student behavior and respectful interactions
- Uses de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports when addressing student behavior
- Builds positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Supports inclusive, respectful, and equitable school climate practices
- Communicates concerns, incidents, and patterns of behavior to teachers, administrators, or designated staff
- Completes incident reports or documentation as required
- Works collaboratively with school staff to support student safety and supervision needs
- Responds promptly and appropriately to injuries, medical concerns, or emergencies
- Follows school and district safety procedures, including emergency response protocols
- Reports safety hazards, vandalism, or facility concerns to appropriate personnel
- Follows district policies, school procedures, and confidentiality expectations
- Attend trainings and meetings as directed or appropriate
- Perform other related duties