Cafeteria Aide: Safe, Positive Lunchroom Support

Edgar H. Parkman Elementary School; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Edgar H. Parkman Elementary School in Enfield, Connecticut is seeking a friendly Lunch Aide to help supervise students in the cafeteria during lunch periods.

The part-time, hourly position emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and a positive dining environment, with responsibilities including guiding student behavior, light cleanup, and assisting staff as needed. Prior childcare or school setting experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with children and maintaining a positive, respectful demeanor.
• Ability to stand and move around for extended periods.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions.
• Previous experience in a school or childcare setting is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the cafeteria during lunch waves to ensure a safe and respectful environment.
• Monitor student behavior and encourage positive social interactions.
• Assist with light clean-up duties between lunch waves (including wiping tables).
• Support school staff in maintaining order and cleanliness in the cafeteria.
• Respond to minor student needs and elevate issues to appropriate personnel when necessary.

Skills

Enjoy working with children

Stand and move around

Dependable and punctual

Follow directions

Job description

Edgar H. Parkman Elementary School in Enfield, Connecticut is seeking a friendly Lunch Aide to help supervise students in the cafeteria during lunch periods.

The part-time, hourly position emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and a positive dining environment, with responsibilities including guiding student behavior, light cleanup, and assisting staff as needed. Prior childcare or school setting experience is a plus, but not required.