Lunch Aide

LUNCH AIDE QUALIFICATIONS : High school diploma Minimum experience as determined by the board Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults and to perform assigned duties Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment REPORTS TO : Principal/Cafeteria Manager SUPERVISES : The lunchroom activities under the direction of the building principal and assigned teaching staff.

JOB GOAL : To assist in the maintenance of an orderly, safe and pleasant atmosphere in the cafeteria by helping and supervising students at mealtime. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises students in the cafeteria during meals. Maintains a system for orderly food purchase by pupils, disposal of food waste, return of trays and utensils.

Sees that students are seated in assigned areas. Circulates among the tables during the mealtime so as to be available to children who need help or to resolve any minor problems that arise. Informs assigned teacher of any serious infractions of discipline rules by students. Ensures the cleanliness of tables and surrounding areas.

Organizes groups for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria. Work day is 70 minutes at the rate of $15.92/hr