Anticipated Cafeteria Monitor

Northampton Area School District; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Northampton Area School District is seeking an Anticipated Cafeteria Monitor for Lehigh Elementary. The role runs during lunch hours 10:35 am – 1:35 pm, supervising students and assisting with safety protocols.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong English communication, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Training in First Aid/CPR/AED is preferred, with opportunities to earn certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in English and strong communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certifications if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and directs student activities in lunch areas.
• At elementary level, supervises play areas, restrooms and classrooms on rainy days.
• Maintains order and cleanliness in cafeteria areas.
• Enforces rules and responds to situations in a timely manner.
• Supports emergency procedures, such as fire drills and intruder response.
• Assists in incident reporting and basic first aid when needed.
• Maintains regular attendance and conveys information to building staff.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

English language proficiency

Oral and written communication skills

Maintain high level of confidentiality

First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications

Interact courteously with students, staff and the public

Job description

Anticipated Cafeteria Monitor position available at Lehigh Elementary. Hours are 10:35 am – 1:35 pm.

TITLE: Cafeteria Monitor

CATEGORY: III � Group B

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists with the supervision of the cafeteria during lunch periods; monitors playground activities at the elementary level.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possesses High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility through Criminal History Records, Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Physical Examination/TB Test Standard
• Possesses proficiency in the English language
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Possesses and/or willing to obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• Possesses ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff, and the public

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

*The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the District of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

• Monitors and directs student activities in lunch areas

• At the elementary level, monitors students in play areas, restrooms, areas adjacent to the school buildings and activities in the classrooms on rainy days

• Assists in keeping cafeteria areas in order and clean condition

• Monitors students and responds to situations in a timely manner

• Maintains appropriate student behavior according to established rules, procedures and policies

• Supports in the enforcement of district and building emergency procedures including fire drills, intruder on property, and others

• Reports unusual, suspicious or criminal activities to a building administrator

• Reports inappropriate student behavior and assists in the preparation of necessary incident reports

• Assists students who are ill, injured or experiencing difficulty by requesting immediate assistance from the office or appropriate personnel

• Administers basic first aid, if necessary

• Maintains regular and timely attendance

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Assists and supervises students as they leave or enter the school grounds, at the elementary level
• Attends meetings and trainings as assigned
• Performs related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Possesses ability to exchange information in person and on the hand-held communication device
• Possesses ability to move about the cafeteria and playground area (elementary only) to monitor student activities
• Possesses ability to effectively communicate in order to exchange information
• Demonstrates ability to stand for extended periods of time

HAZARDS:

• Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social, illegal and violent behavior
• Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals

MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY:

++A++ ++B++ ++C++ ++D++

NOT AT ALL OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY

0% 1 – 33% 34 – 66% 67 – 100%

TRANSPORT:

Up to 10 lbs: ++C++ 11 to 20 lbs: ++B++ Beyond 20 lbs:++B++

MOBILITY:

• Possesses ability to move about the cafeteria and playground area to monitor student activities: ++D++
• Possesses ability to position self to monitor children in small groups: ++D++
• Possesses ability to transport materials and supplies to appropriate locations: ++C++

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Part-Time Hours per day vary by educational level – Total number of days worked in a school year is contingent upon the days students are in attendance and lunch is served; Hourly Rate of Pay per the ESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement; No Benefits

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization

1/8/18