SUBSTITUTE LUNCHROOM/PLAYGROUND MONITOR - ELEMENTARY
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Reports To:
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Building Administrator
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Bargaining Unit:
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PSE
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Department:
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Salary Schedule:
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Substitute pay
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Employment Type:
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Classified
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Salary Range:
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FLSA Status:
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Hourly
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Adoption Date:
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Hours per Day:
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Revised Date:
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7/30/24
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Days per Year:
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Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.
South Kitsap Employees Will:
- Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
- Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
- Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
- Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION IS NOW REQUIRING ALL PARAEDUCATORS TO PROVIDE A COPY OF THEIR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND/OR HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS OR GED TO MEET TITLE 1, PART A FEDERAL LAW REQUIREMENTS. PLEASE PROVIDE OUR OFFICE WITH A COPY PRIOR TO BEING THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.
Purpose Statement
The job of Lunchroom/Playground Monitor - Elementary is done for the purpose/s of providing supervision of students in common areas of the school including the playground and lunchroom.
Essential Functions:
- Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs;
- Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions;
- Facilitates activities among students for the purpose of providing direction in playground interactions and age-appropriate activities;
- Maintains equipment and work area for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; providing a safe learning environment; and/or meeting mandated requirements;
- Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. playground, lunchroom, etc.) for the purpose of resolving conflict to provide a safe and positive learning environment;
- Participates in meetings and conferences (e.g. with parents, staff, and students, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information and helping resolve issues;
- Provides support to students for the purpose of to resolve minor conflicts;
- Reinforces expectations for student behavior for the purpose of in common areas of the school;
- Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel;
- Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Other Functions:
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development and learning styles; and age-appropriate activities.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and some fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 45% walking, 50% standing. The job is performed under temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience: Job related experience is desired.
Education (Preferred):
Education (Minimum): High school diploma or equivalent.
Required Testing
None specified
Certificates and Licenses
CPR/First Aid Certificate optional
Continuing Educ./Training
None specified
Clearances
Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint
Background Clearance
Other Requirements:
- Completed online application (with supporting documents)
Health Benefits Information:
Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.
For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2023 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.
Application Procedure: Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application.
Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators.
PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.
Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting. Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.
If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org.
The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.
The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are:
Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:
Will Sarett,
Executive Director of Human Resources
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
sarett@skschools.org
Section 504 Coordinator:
Kimberly House
Director of Special Services
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-443-3648
house@skschools.org
Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Dr. Tom Edwards,
Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
edwards@skschools.org
South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.
All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.
The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.
Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.
All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.
The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.
Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.