Part-Time Lunch Monitor (26-27)

About the role

Started by Families, Focused on Students Developing Scholars in East San José We were founded by families in East San José who wanted stronger academics and more support for their children. Alpha is a free, TK-12 public charter school system on a mission to prepare the next generation of leaders in East San José. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four public charter schools committed to providing access to an outstanding education. Join us as we prepare students in TK-12th grade for success in college and career. Who we are: Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. Do you believe that all students can achieve academic success? Are you passionate about connecting with families and supporting them as they help students reach new heights in learning? Staff at Alpha have the opportunity to create and safeguard opportunities for students in under-resourced communities while collaborating with a joyful team of educators committed to sending our scholars to college. As a Lunch Monitor you will join the School Operations Team, and help to amplify Alpha’s impact in the community.

Responsibilities

• Embody the mission, vision and core beliefs of Alpha
• Support the school by executing lunch duties, such as:
  • Serving lunch to scholars
  • Cleaning up the lunch space
  • Monitoring students to maintain a safe and respectful environment during lunch
  • Build strong relationships with scholars, families, and Alpha staff to support with family engagement
  • Maintain a safe and healthy campus environment

Skills

• Collaborative: You are especially team-oriented and are able to implement school-wide systems effectively and consistently
• Organized: You are self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to plan and execute on tasks
• Customer service oriented: You have the ability to communicate and navigate effectively and graciously with situations requiring tact and judgment
• Focused on Growth: You exhibit a strong commitment not only to our students, but also to your own continuous professional development. You possess the ability to implement feedback quickly

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $18.40.

Benefits

Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package.