Cafeteria Monitor (Part Time)
About The Position
The Cafeteria Monitor ensures a safe, orderly, and respectful cafeteria environment by supervising students during lunch periods, promoting positive behavior, and supporting adherence to school and federal nutrition program standards. This role assists with seating, monitors student conduct, encourages positive social interactions, and helps maintain cleanliness. The Cafeteria Lunch Monitor works closely with school staff to help enforce school rules and ensure that both students and staff follow the guidelines of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). This is a 10-month classified hourly position.
Requirements
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with children and adults
- Ability to remain calm, firm, and respectful when handing student behavior or conflicts
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow a daily schedule
- Willingness to participate in school/district training related to child safety, behavior, and emergency protocols
- SERV Safe Certification
- Identity Verified Prints Clearance Card
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with children in a school or similar setting
Responsibilities
- Supervise students in the cafeteria to ensure safety and appropriate behavior
- Monitor noise levels and student interactions to promote a calm, respectful atmosphere
- Address and report any behavioral or safety concerns to appropriate staff
- Support cleaning and sanitizing of tables and dining areas between lunch periods
- Encourage students to follow school rules and practice good manners
- Provide basic first aid when necessary or notify appropriate staff
- Stay alert and focused in a busy, noisy environment with frequent interruptions
- Monitor and manage student behavior calmly and consistently
- Use strong observation skills to identify potential safety issues or conflicts quickly
- Maintain patience, emotional self-control, and the ability to stay positive and composed under stress
- Multi-task effectively, such as supervising students while managing cleanup or transitions
- Recognize and report concerns (e.g., injuries, bullying, or policy violations) to appropriate personnel
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Employee benefits in accordance with Board policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
