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Cafeteria Monitor

Dorchester School District 2

Summerville, SC • On-site

$12.50/hr

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Job description

Elementary School Cafeteria Assistant

Salary: $12.50 per hour

Length of Contract: Hourly

Monday to Friday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must complete required district safety training prior to starting
  • Possesses acceptable verbal and written communication skills
  • Any alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

Immediate Supervisor: Elementary School Administration

Job Summary:

To assist in supervising students during all Elementary School lunch shifts. To assist in providing a safe, efficient, well-organized cafeteria environment for all students.

Performance Responsibilities:

  • Ensures a safe environment for all students
  • Provides direct supervision of all students in the school cafeteria
  • Monitors the interior of the cafeteria to guarantee a clean and sanitary environment for students (Ex. Assist in wiping tables between classes)
  • Develops a cooperative working relationship with school personnel
  • Assists in communication of student needs to appropriate school staff member
  • Collaborates with school administrators, teachers, and school staff in student cafeteria seating assignments
  • Exhibits appropriate role modeling through language, dress, and hygiene at all times (See Staff Dress Code - AR GBERA-R)
  • Enforces all school regulations
  • Completes all required safety trainings
  • Exhibits professionalism in dealing with school-officials, students, and parents
  • Inspects cafeteria after completion of each lunch shift for children, and inspects for items left behind for lost and found
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by the School Administration
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About Dorchester School District Two

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Welcome to Dorchester School District Two, the educational leader in the Lowcountry! Dedicated to raising the bar, we honor our long-standing tradition of developing award-winning students, recruiting and retaining accomplished staff, and fostering thriving schools. Spanning 234 square miles of this beautiful region, we serve as a beacon of educational opportunity for more than 26,000 students and provide meaningful career opportunities for 4,000 professionals. Our district includes 15 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 3 high schools. Additionally, we provide specialized programs such as the RISE Academy alternative program, catering to students with diverse needs, and the Dorchester County Adult Education program, providing opportunities for lifelong learning and skill development. We invite you to join us in this remarkable journey, as we continue to strive for educational innovation, community engagement, and the holistic development of our students, preparing them to excel in an ever-evolving world. Welcome to our thriving community, where education knows no bounds and opportunities are endless.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Summerville , SC, US

Year founded

2006

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