Substitute Lunch Monitor, Rocky River City Schools

POSITION Substitute Lunch Monitor 

LOCATION Rocky River, OH

PAY RATE $16.47 per hour

APPLY www.dedicatedschoolstaffing.com

Dedicated School Staffing is proud to support Rocky River City Schools for the recruitment of substitute school based employment opportunities. Substitute lunch monitors play an important role in our schools by ensuring that students have a safe, orderly and supportive environment in which to eat their meals.

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective: Provides support services during student lunch time / meal service. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid state department of education license/permit as determined at the time of appointment.
• Behavioral management skills substantiated by training/work experience. Duties may require agility, physical strength, and stamina to address the needs of students with problem behavior and/or require physical assistance (e.g., mobility, transferring, positioning, etc.).
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Meets federal health screening requirements following a conditional offer of employment.
• Shows evidence of core computer competencies deemed appropriate at the time of hire.
• NOTE: Position may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse/neglect, CPR, and/or first aid training as a condition of employment.
• Three (3) positive professional references.
• Experience working with school aged children.

Essential Functions:  

1. Responsible for monitoring student behavior during student lunchtime / meal service.

• Assists with the cleanliness of the cafeteria, assists with recycling, and assists with the flow of meal service. Work is performed under the general supervision of the principal with consultation from the Manager of Nutrition Services.
• Manages students during lunchtime / meal service (behavior problems will be referred to the teacher or principal according to guidelines established by the individual school site).
• Communicates with students and school staff in a positive and professional manner utilizing appropriate customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Circulates throughout the cafeteria or in areas where meals are served and/or eaten and helping students who require assistance.
• Assists with the cleanliness of the cafeteria.
• Dismisses classes in an orderly manner at the scheduled time.
• Encourages appropriate table manners.
• Participates in training sessions, meetings, and scheduled cleaning days as requested.
• Controls student access to lockers, toilet rooms, etc.

2. Exemplifies professionalism and fosters goodwill to enhance the district’s public image.

• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective and positive work/learning environment. Completes all assigned duties.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently.

3. Maintains open/effective communications.

• Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Provides prompt notification of personal delays/absences according to handbook.
• Refers district policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives/expectations are unclear.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance professional performance.

• Participates in training to keep current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates skills as needed to use available task-appropriate technology effectively.
• Works toward mastery of individualized development/performance goals as directed.

5. Takes precautions to ensure safety. Helps manage/eliminate risks.

• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.
• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Recognizes/responds to prevent aggressive behavior and harassment. Complies with district procedures and state law when dealing with discrimination and suspected child abuse/neglect.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Assists with unexpected/urgent situations as needed.
• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance district goals.

After Hire (Contingent)

• FBI & BCI Background checks dated within 12 months (Cost varies per agency).

Details

• Part time, on-call
• Enrollment in School Employees Retirement System (SERS)

Job performance is evaluated according to policy and contractual agreements adopted by the Rocky River Board of Education.