Cafeteria Monitor

Proviso Township High Schools; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Monitor for a 4-hour shift at Proviso East High School. The role involves supervising students in the cafeteria, ensuring proper conduct and a safe eating area, and maintaining a professional demeanor during disciplinary moments.

The ideal candidate is dependable, punctual, able to interact respectfully with staff, students, and the public, and fluent in English. Closing date is listed as Until Filled; location is the high school cafeteria.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable, punctual, cooperative, and neat appearance.
• Able to work effectively with staff, students, and the public.
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in cafeteria; student conduct is the supervisor's responsibility.
• Maintain acceptable student behavior in the eating area.
• Maintain a professional attitude while disciplining students.
• Enforce procedures; maintain good lunchroom manners and conduct.
• Maintain a strong attendance record.
• Understand and follow school procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Cafeteria Monitor (4 hours per day)

Reporting

Reports to: Building Security Manager, Principal

Job Details

Location: Proviso East High School

Date Posted: 9/9/2026

Date Available: 08/04/2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Position Type: Security / Lunchroom Monitor

Position Level: Education Support Personnel

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be dependable, punctual, cooperative, and have neat appearance
• Must be physically able to perform all duties of the job
• Ability to work effectively with staff, students, and public
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Security training a plus

Special Requirements of the Position

• Ability to communicate with diverse groups and positively represent the school.
• Interact with co-workers and students in a courteous, tactful, and pleasant manner, sometimes in stressful and busy situations.

Position Responsibilities

• Supervise students in cafeteria; student conduct is the responsibility of the supervisor.
• Maintain acceptable student behavior and conduct in the eating area.
• Maintain a professional attitude while disciplining students.
• Enforces procedures consistently; enforces good lunchroom manners; running and misconduct shall not be tolerated
• Maintain a strong attendance record
• Gain understanding of school procedures
• Additional duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, and other protected categories as set forth in Board Policy 5:10.