Hall Monitor

Job Title: Hall Monitor (Part-Time)
Reports To: Building Principal or Assistant Principal 
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt 
Grade Levels Served: Pre-K through 8th Grade

Minimum Qualifications
•    High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
•    Prior experience working with children in a school, childcare, or youth-serving setting preferred
•    Ability to interact effectively and patiently with students across a wide developmental range (ages 3�14)
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•    Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in stressful or fast-moving situations
•    Reliable, punctual, and able to stand/walk for extended periods
•    Must pass required background checks, including fingerprinting and child abuse clearance, per district and state requirements

Position Summary
The Hall Monitor is responsible for maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive environment throughout the school building during passing periods, arrival/dismissal, lunch, and other designated times. This position plays a key role in supervising student movement, enforcing school policies, and serving as a visible, approachable adult presence who helps ensure the physical safety and well-being of students ranging from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
•    Monitor hallways, stairwells, restrooms, entryways, and common areas during passing periods, breakfast/lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal times
•    Supervise student behavior and enforce school rules and code of conduct in a fair, consistent, and age-appropriate manner
•    Assist younger students (Pre-K�2nd grade) with navigating the building safely, including walking to and from classrooms as needed
•    De-escalate minor conflicts or disruptive behavior and redirect students appropriately
•    Report safety concerns, policy violations, or incidents to administration promptly and accurately
•    Check hall passes and ensure students are where they are supposed to be during class time
•    Respond to emergencies (medical, behavioral, or safety-related) by alerting appropriate staff and following building emergency protocols
•    Assist with maintaining orderly lines and safe movement during fire drills and other emergency drills
•    Help supervise designated entry/exit points to monitor visitor access in accordance with school security procedures
•    Communicate respectfully and professionally with students, staff, parents, and visitors
•    Support a positive school climate by modeling appropriate behavior and building rapport with students
•    Perform other related duties as assigned by administration
•    Ability to stand, walk, and patrol the building for extended periods during each shift
•    Ability to move quickly to respond to incidents throughout the building
•    Occasional lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required (e.g., assisting with equipment or supplies)

Terms of Employment: Part-time, non-union position
Schedule: Schedule may vary based on building needs following the school district\'s academic calendar; no work required during school breaks or summer unless otherwise scheduled.