Lunch/Recess Aide High School

Kirtland Local School District; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 20,319 - 22,386; Part time

Job summary

Kirtland Local School District in Willoughby, OH seeks a Lunchroom/Office Aide for the 2025-2026 school year. The role runs from 10 AM to 12 PM, supporting supervision of students and maintaining a sanitary, orderly cafeteria environment.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred), BCII clearance, and ability to work with school-age children. Duties include enforcing rules, aiding students, and assisting with cafeteria tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Evidence of a clear record as determined by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII).
• Demonstrated maturity and experience working with, or evidence of the ability to work with school age children.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control students’ behavior to maintain a safe and healthy environment that allows students to enjoy their meal and social activities.
• Communicate school rules to students. Enforce discipline according to policy and due process rights, providing feedback to motivate appropriate behavior.
• Offer help to students when assistance is indicated and avoid being intrusive.
• Clean up spills immediately to prevent slips and falls.
• During an emergency, stay with and attend to the needs of the injured student and send for immediate assistance.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Food Service Supervisor and/or Building Principal.
• Wash tables, take out trash, mop and sweep floors; assist with other kitchen/cafeteria duties as directed.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings; participate in professional growth activities when requested.
• Serve as a role model; demonstrate responsibility, citizenship, respect, and courtesy.

Skills

Child interaction

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BCII clearance

Job description

Job Objective

Supervise students and maintain order in the lunchroom. Assist as required to help maintain a sanitary and orderly cafeteria.

Title

2025-2026 School Year

Hours

LUNCHROOM / OFFICE AIDE: 10 AM-12 PM

Pay Range

$14.75 - $16.25

Reports To

Building Principal

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Evidence of a clear record as determined by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII).
• Demonstrated maturity and experience working with, or evidence of the ability to work with school age children.

Job Duties, Responsibilities, and Essential Functions

• Monitor and control students’ behavior to maintain a safe and healthy environment that allows students to enjoy their meal and social activities.
• Communicate school rules to students. Maintain high standards for student conduct and enforce discipline according to school policy and the due process rights of students. Provide positive feedback to motivate students to develop and maintain appropriate behavior. Report discipline problems to the appropriate authority.
• Offer help to students when assistance is indicated. Avoid being intrusive.
• Clean up spills immediately to help prevent slipping and/or falling accidents.
• During an emergency, stay with and attend to the needs of the injured student. Send for immediate assistance.
• Report any unsafe conditions to the Food Service Supervisor and/or Building Principal.
• Wash tables, pick up trash, mop and/or sweep the floor. Help with other kitchen/cafeteria duties, as directed.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and training programs. Participate in professional growth activities, when requested.
• Serve as a role model for students. Demonstrate responsibility, citizenship, respect, and courtesy.
• Perform other duties, as directed.

Physical And Mental Abilities Required

• Ability to move freely throughout the building.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move equipment or supplies weighing up to twenty pounds.
• Ability to work with young children in activities that may require stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to communicate effectively using language skills.
• Ability to maintain a non-punitive relationship with students and demonstrate fairness and patience while respecting their confidences.
• Ability to react productively to frequent interruptions and changing conditions.
• Ability to organize and complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a tactful disposition in dealing with administrators, staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue.
• Frequent interaction with disruptive or unruly children.
• Frequent exposure to student commotion.
• Work cooperatively with others.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Kirtland Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Employees are required to comply with the statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, all local and Federal mandates. Salary, fringe benefits, and other working conditions may be subject, in part, to negotiated agreements between The Kirtland Board of Education and the Kirtland Education Association or Kirtland OAPSE Local 366. Employees are required to follow instructions and perform their duties under the supervision of the Superintendent and/or his or her designee, as authorized by the Kirtland Board of Education. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.