School Lunchroom Assistant — Student Safety & Support

Hamilton County Schools; Tennessee; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Wolftever Creek Elementary is part of Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, and seeks staff dedicated to supporting students during lunch and daily activities. The role focuses on maintaining a positive cafeteria environment and assisting with meal procedures to help students thrive in a safe setting.

We value educators and staff who collaborate with teachers and administrators, show patience, and model respectful behavior.

Qualifications

• No degree required. Experience working with school-age students preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to deal effectively with students, parents, and school staff; ability to read and write effectively.

Responsibilities

• Creates a respectful, positive, and pleasant environment in the cafeteria.
• Implements procedures and practices that result in efficient entry and exit of students in the cafeteria.
• Assists students as needed. For example, helps younger children open milk, packets of ketchup, etc.
• Assists students with special needs as appropriate.
• Uses positive strategies to redirect inappropriate student behavior.
• Follows established procedures for ensuring assigned areas are safe.
• Works collaboratively with administration, principals, secretaries, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

Education

No degree required

Job description

Wolftever Creek Elementary is part of Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, and seeks staff dedicated to supporting students during lunch and daily activities. The role focuses on maintaining a positive cafeteria environment and assisting with meal procedures to help students thrive in a safe setting.

We value educators and staff who collaborate with teachers and administrators, show patience, and model respectful behavior.