Aide - Cafeteria
About The Position
Incarnate Word Catholic School is seeking caring, dependable, and faith-filled individuals to serve as Cafeteria Aides during the school lunch period. The Cafeteria Aide supports teachers and staff in providing a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for students during lunch and recess. This role helps students develop positive social skills, practice respectful behavior, and enjoy a structured lunchtime experience that reflects the mission and values of Catholic education. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., during the school year. Candidates receiving an employment offer must complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure or certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Requirements
- A caring, patient, and positive attitude when working with children.
- Ability to supervise and interact effectively with students in a school setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.
- Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and follow school policies and procedures.
- Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
- Successful completion of required pre-employment screening.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers and staff with the care, supervision, and safety of students during lunch and recess.
- Monitor student behavior and encourage respectful interactions, good manners, and positive social skills.
- Help maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming cafeteria and playground environment.
- Support students in following school expectations, lunchtime procedures, and recess rules.
- Assist students as needed with lunchtime routines and transitions between the cafeteria, playground, and classroom.
- Encourage positive play, cooperation, and inclusion among students during recess.
- Communicate student concerns, safety issues, or behavioral incidents to the appropriate teacher or school staff member.
- Follow school policies and procedures related to student supervision, safety, and emergency response.
- Model kindness, patience, respect, and Catholic values in interactions with students and staff.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the school community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
