What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lunchroom Aide position at Winthrop School?
Job Title: Elementary Lunchroom Aide
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Position Summary
Ipswich Public Schools is seeking a dependable and caring Lunchroom Aide to support student supervision during lunch and recess periods at the elementary level. This role is essential in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for students.
Responsibilities
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Supervise students in the cafeteria, serving lines, and at recess (indoor and outdoor).
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Assist younger students with opening food and milk containers.
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Encourage positive play and recommend activities to promote an orderly recess environment.
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Provide lunchroom cleanup between lunch periods, including sanitizing and wiping tables.
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Ensure safe use of play equipment and report repair needs to the building principal.
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Reinforce expected behavioral guidelines during lunch and recess.
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Report all student accidents or incidents promptly to the building principal.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Ability to work positively with children and staff.
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Strong supervision skills for large groups of students.
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Dependable, punctual, and committed to student safety.
Physical Working Conditions
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
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Lifting, reaching, and twisting to clean cafeteria tables.
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Work performed both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions