Lunch Monitor

Richfield Public School Academy; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Richfield Public School Academy in Flint, MI is seeking a part-time Lunch Monitor to supervise students during lunch and help maintain a safe, orderly environment.

The role provides 10 hours per week, with schedule 11:00 AM–1:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 10:30 AM–12:30 PM on Wednesdays, working with staff to support student well-being and cafeteria operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience with children or in school settings preferred.
• Ability to maintain a safe, positive, and structured environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to meet background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and ensure a safe, respectful, and positive environment.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce cafeteria rules.
• Assist students with questions or needs during lunch.
• Monitor transitions to and from cafeteria.
• Report safety concerns to teachers or administrators.
• Maintain orderly cafeteria and report incidents as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Participate in required training and meetings.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Richfield Public School Academy, a charter school in Flint, MI, is hiring for a part time Lunch Monitor.

Richfield Public School Academy is a 'Leader in Me' school, focused on building student leaders that are successful both academically and behaviorally. Applicants should have a passion for working with a diverse group of students, a creative and flexible classroom management system, and a dedication to teaching all students with the belief of 'Live to Learn, Learn to Lead'.

More about Richfield Public School Academy:

• Teacher Mentor Program has proven to support professional and personal growth

• Professional Goals are established in conjunction with school wide goals and supported throughout the year by administration

• Professional Learning Communities work together at grade levels, mentors/mentee level, and whole staff level every Wednesday

• Special Needs students are mainstreamed and supported with an exceptional staff!

Job Summary

TheLunch Monitor is responsible for supervising students during lunch and ensuring a safe, positive, and orderly environment throughout the lunch period. This position works 10 hours per week, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 10:30 AM–12:30 PM on Wednesdays. The Lunch Monitor supports student safety, appropriate behavior, and smooth transitions while working collaboratively with school staff to support the overall well-being of students.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Supervise students during lunch and ensure a safe, respectful, and positive environment.

• Monitor student behavior and reinforce school expectations and appropriate cafeteria behavior.

• Assist students with questions, concerns, or minor needs during the lunch period.

• Monitor students during transitions to and from the cafeteria and other designated lunch areas.

• Ensure students remain in designated areas and follow established school procedures.

• Respond appropriately to student conflicts, behavioral concerns, and emergencies and notify appropriate school staff when necessary.

• Assist with maintaining an orderly and clean cafeteria or lunch area.

• Report safety concerns, incidents, or student issues to the appropriate teacher or administrator.

• Maintain effective communication with students and school staff.

• Participate in required training and meetings as assigned.

• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

• Regular and predictable attendance.

Cognitive Demands:

• Supervision of multiple students in a busy lunch environment.

• Maintaining awareness of student behavior and potential safety concerns.

• Reinforcing school rules, routines, and expectations.

• Exercising sound judgment when responding to student needs or conflicts.

• Maintaining a calm and positive environment.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently stand and walk throughout the lunch period.

• Occasionally bend, kneel, squat, or reach while assisting students or addressing the lunch environment.

• Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

• Move throughout the cafeteria, hallways, and other designated areas to supervise students.

• Withstand moderate to high noise levels in the cafeteria and school environment.

• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience working with children or in a school, childcare, or youth program setting preferred.

• Ability to maintain a safe, positive, and structured environment for students.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Ability to remain calm and professional when addressing student behavior or concerns.

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other school staff.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

• Ability to meet all applicable school employment requirements, including successful completion of required background checks.

For more information on Richfield Public School Academy, please visit our website at https://www.richfieldpsa.net/.

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