Lunchroom Monitor

Rock Hill School District•Rock Hill, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A Lunchroom Monitor is dedicated and responsible with a focus on ensuring a safe, orderly, and positive environment for students during mealtimes. Experience in supervising large groups of children with a high degree of patience, promoting respectful behavior, assisting with routines, and responding quickly to situations to maintain student well-being. Committed to supporting a welcoming school community while fostering a safe and enjoyable mealtime experience.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED Preferred
Must be 18 years or older
Negative tb test results must be provided prior to beginning employment
Regularly required to stand and walk throughout the workday
Frequently uses hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
Regularly required to talk and hear to communicate effectively with students and staff
Frequently reaches with hands and arms; may need to reach above the head or forward
Frequently squats, stoops, or kneels while assisting or supervising students
Continuously uses hand strength for grasping and climbing tasks
Frequently bends or twists at the neck and trunk beyond normal range of motion
Occasionally required to sit during duties
Occasionally pushes or pulls items such as tables, bleachers, and chairs
Requires specific vision abilities including close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one of the three supervisory references.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of student supervision techniques and school safety procedures
Understanding of basic food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices
Awareness of child behavior and positive behavior management strategies
Ability to promote and maintain a safe, orderly, and positive cafeteria environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting effectively with students, staff, and administrators
Ability to observe, assess, and respond quickly and appropriately to various situations
Patience, empathy, and consistency when managing student behavior and group dynamics
Ability to follow and enforce school policies, rules, and procedures
Capacity to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports student well-being

Responsibilities

Overseeing and directing student behavior during lunch periods
Ensuring a clean and safe cafeteria environment
Helping to distribute meals and monitor food safety
Reporting any issues or concerns to school administration
Intervening in potential conflicts or disruptions
Assisting students who may need help, such as those with special dietary needs
Assisting in cleaning up after lunch periods
Following and enforcing school policies and guidelines
Communicating effectively with students, staff, and administrators
Participating in meetings and professional development as required
Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the dining area before, during, and after lunch
Engaging with students and promoting a positive eating environment