Lunch/Recess Attendant

Lunch/Recess Attendant

East Providence School Department Myron J. Francis Elementary School - Rumford, Rhode Island Emma G. Whiteknact Elementary School - East Providence, Rhode Island

Job Description

Class Title: Lunch/Recess Attendant, Part-time 3 hours per day Classification: One-hundred eighty-one (181) days. Department: Elementary School Immediate Supervisor: Principal

CLASS DESCRIPTION The Lunch Recess Attendant shall assist the school Principal, and/or their designee in carrying out his/her responsibilities by acting as lunch assistants, recess assistants, and all other tasks and duties assigned by the principal, and/or their designee that support the building's educational purpose or otherwise improves the learning environment. This position is 3 hours per day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. He/she shall act as an assistant to the school Principal in the general supervision of the lunch program. 2. He/she shall supervise children in the lunchroom, assisting custodian with wiping down tables after each class. 3. Supervise students in the school yard, or in the classroom for recess on inclement weather no more than 20 minutes. 4. He/she shall perform clerical tasks assigned by the Principal and or their designee so long as they are not exclusively within the job description of the administrative assistant, (i.e. calling parents, typing letters, and filing confidential documents will not be allowed. 5. Maintain confidentiality regarding all students. 6. During recess/lunch duty he/she must remain with assigned class. In case of emergency use a walkie-talkie to notify the office. 7. He/she shall perform all other tasks assigned by the principal and or their designee that support the building's educational purpose or otherwise improves the learning environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or GED Ability to work well with children with disabilities. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Good organizational skills Teacher Assistant Certification, preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, bending, stretching, and walking. The employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to use hands, handle or feel. The employee must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting and/or moving light objects up to a minimum of twenty-five (25) pounds, and occasionally lift items over twenty-five pounds. Any lifting over 40 lbs. requires two (2) people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to noise levels normally found in an office and school environment.

Position Type: Part-time Job Categories: Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Welcome to Myron J. Francis Elementary School, Emma G. Whiteknact Elementary School

Myron J. Francis School is a high performing elementary school! The fabulous faculty and staff work very hard every day to ensure that the students receive the best possible education. Francis School has approximately 400 students and a faculty and staff of about 50 adults. We are located in the Rumford section of East Providence, nestled in the between the Agawam Hunt Country Club and the Wannamoisett Country Club. Rumford has many historic places including Roger Williams Spring and the Hunt House. We also have an excellent PTO. The Parent Teacher Organization is an active and involved group of parents and school community members. There are many family orientated events that happen during the year. The PTO is dedicated to enriching the students' school experience.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jamie McKenzie, Principal
• 1998 Pawtucket Ave.
• East Providence, Rhode Island 02914
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