Recess / Lunch Aide

Phoenixville Area School District (official); Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenixville Area School District is seeking a part-time Lunch/Playground Aide to help maintain a safe, orderly atmosphere during meals and playtime. Under the supervision of the building Principal, you will assist with supervising students in the cafeteria, managing food service tasks, and ensuring safe transitions to buses and libraries.

Applicants should have strong communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Previous experience with children in school settings is desirable.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise students during meals and playtime.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Maintain confidentiality about students.
• Ability to work with others and follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in cafeteria during mealtime.
• Ensure tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Supervise playground and classrooms during lunch hour.
• Assist with student food purchases and tray returns.
• Report safety concerns and incidents to staff.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Supervision of students

Job description

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.

4 hrs/day; Monday -- Friday

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.

Additional Duties

• May distribute textbooks, supplies or other materials as requested.
• May collect count and deposit food services program monies.
• 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.

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.

FLSA Status: Nonexempt