Operations Specialist

Essential Functions

• Arrange set-up and clean-up for all food items, supplies, equipment, food preparation and serving areas
• Collect payment for food items for students and staff as needed (e.g. cash)
• Maintain cafeteria records and reports as required for the purpose of meeting local, state, and federal guidelines
• Respond to inquiries of students and parents regarding the type and/or cost of meals
• Supervise and monitor students during assigned recess periods
• Implement all site rules and safety regulations within the structure of the Rocketship classroom culture
• Report any unsafe conditions, including equipment, to administrators immediately
• Ensure a safe and effective arrival/dismissal for all students before and after school hours
• Utilize appropriate disciplinary procedures and techniques in accordance with the school site discipline plan

Qualifications

• Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals
• Passion for working with children
• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children
• The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.