Duty Assistant (sped route)

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the general direction of an assigned supervisor, mentor students in the cafeteria, playground areas, restrooms and other areas of an assigned site. FUNCTIONS Monitor students in the cafeteria, playground areas, restrooms and other areas of an assigned school sites; assure student behavior complies with District rules and procedures. Assist in resolving minor student conflicts on the playground. Communicate unauthorized activities and unauthorized visitors to appropriate personnel. Collects and keeps accounting of lunch program at school site. Assure students arrive to class in a timely manner; collect equipment left in playground areas. Performs related duties as assigned. Assists students during meals. Assists with cleaning cafeteria and yard by wiping tables, picking up trash, etc. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE OF •Principles and practices of monitoring student behavior. •Oral and written communication skills. •Applicable laws, codes regulation, policies and procedures. •Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. •Health and safety regulations. ABILITY TO •Monitor students in the cafeteria, playground areas, restrooms and other areas of an assigned school site. •Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. •Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. •Learn District organization, operations, policies and objectives. •Observe health and safety regulations. •Understand and follow oral and written instructions. •Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. •Hear and speak to exchange information. •Stand for extended periods of time. •See to monitor student behavior. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school education with a diploma or equivalent; past experience in working with schools age children is highly desirable. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift and stand for prolonged periods; see to read fine print and for depth perception; use hands and fingers to perform tasks; speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate effectively. ENVIRONMENT Indoor and outdoor environment. CONTACTS Daily contact with students, parents, teachers, and school staff. Occasional contact with community members, District staff and outside agency personnel.

Salary : $18 - $21