Classroom Monitor

UPPER SCIOTO VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:                    Classroom Monitor

Reports to:                        Assigned Teacher(s)

Evaluator:                            Elementary Principal

Job Objective: This position provides assistance and supervision for children during daily classroom activities, lunch and/or assigned recesses to ensure a positive and safe environment.

Minimum Qualifications: • Meets highly qualified standards. Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, ).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job
• Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate technical
• Ability and commitment to keep current with innovations used by staff in the classroom(s).

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the
• Respects personal Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Supervises students in the classroom and provides support for individual students when needed.
• Supervises students in front of the school either before or after school as determined by the Principal.
• Supervises students in various settings around the district as assigned by the principal and maintains a harmonious atmosphere by encouraging peaceful resolution of
• Circulates throughout the cafeteria during mealtime if assigned by Helps students by opening packages and milk cartons. Cleans up spills and provides additional assistance as needed.
• Assists students through the cafeteria line in an orderly
• Insures students are orderly and acting
• Interacts with students to maintain order and provide assistance when
• Directs movement of students to and from playground, lunchroom and classrooms in a safe and organized manner.
• Assess playground for security and conditions of equipment and reports concerns to
• Reports disciplinary and other concerns to the building classroom
• Provides assistance for students requiring additional educational
• Maintains safe environment for students at all
• Responds to emergency situation (injured students, fights, etc) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Evaluates student injuries, determines course of action, performs minor first aid and completes required paperwork in compliance with District policy(ies).
• Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards immediately to
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as
• Complies with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff and students.
• Attends work regularly and is Provides prompt notification of absences.
• Collaborates with other Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.

•  Upholds the student conduct Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.

• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when

• Supports an inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning

• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.

• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.

• When directed by the Principal: Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.

• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored

• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.

• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.

• Maintains a professional Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed

Abilities Required: 

The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is
• Organizes tasks and manages time Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.

Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals

Working Conditions:

To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly
• Operating and/or riding in a
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work
• Using a computer keyboard and monitor for prolonged periods.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical

Performance Evaluation: 

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Upper Scioto Valley Local School District Board of Education.

The Upper Scioto Valley Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.