Campus Monitor

Southeast Polk Community School District • Pleasant Hill, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Monitor provides assistance to students traveling throughout the building and alerts teachers and administration to concerns. The position is based at the Junior High and involves monitoring students and school areas, supporting staff, providing corrective feedback, responding to emergencies or problem situations, and serving as an appropriate role model. The schedule is 7:00 AM–3:15 PM, with a Wednesday schedule of 9:00 AM–3:15 PM. Employment is 10 months, 8 hours per day; the supervisor may adjust the hourly schedule, including evenings or weekends, based on building needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of successful work experience in building security or a related field.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of adolescent behavior.
• Competency working in a culturally diverse environment, or willingness to acquire these skills.
• Good interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to take charge in emergency situations.
• Ability to make decisions within provided guidelines.
• Willingness to work with students in various settings, including hallways, the lunch room, and other areas.
• Ability to walk continuously and stand throughout the work day.
• Ability to work outside throughout the school day and adjust to all weather conditions.
• Ability to work with interruptions during a work shift.
• Ability to work with students with different personalities, capabilities, and physical and mental limitations.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment.
• Appropriate appearance and personal cleanliness for working in close proximity to students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Supervise parking lots, crosswalks, and bus lanes during high-traffic times.
• Monitor hallways, stairwells, locker banks, and other areas of the building.
• Conduct security checks throughout and around the perimeter of the building.
• Work as a team member with teachers and administration.
• Interact effectively and appropriately with students, teachers, and parents.
• Provide assistance during emergencies or problem situations.
• Provide corrective feedback to students.
• Document negative and positive events in detail.
• Alert teachers to students’ special needs.
• Provide an appropriate role model for students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED