Lunch/Recess Aide McAuliffe Elementary

About the role

This position serves as a Recess/Lunchroom Aide at McAuliffe Elementary, responsible for maintaining order and safety in the cafeteria, playground, and other designated areas.

Responsibilities

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Makes sure tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Supervises the playground/classroom during the lunch hour.
• Aids students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Assists with supervising students in libraries and escorting students to and from school buses.
• Reports to teachers, principal, nurse, and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.

Requirements

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.