General Definition of Work

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.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Status

Flat Rate, 180 days / 3 hours per day

Part Time, Non-Exempt

Start Date

Determined by Human Resources

Reports To

School Principal

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• 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

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, move around the cafeteria, and assist with cleaning and other duties required during student lunch periods
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports student well-being
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Education and Experience

High School graduate or GED Preferred

Must be 18 years or older

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Special Requirements  

Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided 

Physical Requirements/ Work Conditions

• The physical demands listed are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
• 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

Application Requirements
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one of the three supervisory references.  

Pre-Onboarding Requirements
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.  

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