Elementary School Lunch / Recess Aide (Part Time) - Openings Across District

TITLE: Elementary School Lunch/Recess Aide (Part Time) � Openings Across District POSITION OVERVIEW: Elementary Schools throughout the Portland Public School District are regularly seeking Lunch / Recess Aides to provide support for students during lunch and recess each day. Duties include monitoring the cafeteria during lunch and outdoor spaces (playgrounds, fields, sports courts) and/or classrooms during recess.

The days and hours of this position will vary based on the needs of the specific school, but a typical schedule would be 5 days per week for 2-3 hours per day. These positions are temporary in nature and not guaranteed to extend from school year to school year. If a school's administrative team is interested in your application, they will reach out to you through Frontline to schedule an interview.

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization ( more info ) High School Diploma required EMPLOYMENT DETAILS Schedule: Part-time, specific to each school's needs Assignment: Temporary Wage: Paid at Portland's minimum wage (as of 2026 that's $16.75 per hour) Benefits: The Lunch Aide position is not eligible for employer benefits, but does accrue Earned Paid Leave (EPL) as per Maine law 1 hour of leave for every 40 hours worked More details can be found here -- Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.