JSE Substitute Lunch/Recess Aide, Classroom Aide, Kitchen Help

Union Township School Corporation; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Valparaiso, Indiana is seeking a Lunch/Recess Aide to supervise students during mealtimes and playtimes. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, ability to maintain a safe and orderly environment, and preferably be bilingual in English and Spanish. Responsibilities include assisting with food service and ensuring cleanliness in the cafeteria. This role supports a positive atmosphere for student interactions.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience providing required skill and knowledge.
• Relevant experience working as a lunch or food service aide is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising students during mealtime in the cafeteria.
• Ensure cleanliness of tables and surrounding areas.
• Supervise students on the playground/classroom during lunch hour.
• Assist students with food purchases and distribution.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Effective organizational and problem-solving skills

Bilingual oral skills (English/Spanish)

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Ability to establish cooperative working relationships

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job description

Lunch/Recess Aide

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime and playtime in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists in supervising the playground/classroom during the lunch hour.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Assists with supervising students in libraries, and escorting students to and from school buses.
• Reports to teachers, principal, nurse and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Bilingual oral skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard school environment and in outdoor weather.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

Certification/License

• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.

Experience

• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.