Operations Specialist

Operations Specialists will work under the direction and supervision of the school site Business Operations Manager. This position is responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day operations of lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal at the school site run safely and smoothly. Additionally, Operations Specialists ensure that students maintain culturally appropriate behavior during all operational activities. Essential Functions Arrange set-up and clean-up for all food items, supplies, equipment, food preparation and serving areas Maintain cafeteria records and reports as required for local, state, and federal guidelines Supervise and monitor students during assigned recess periods Implement all site rules and safety regulations within the Rocketship classroom culture Report any unsafe conditions, including equipment, to administrators immediately Ensure a safe and effective arrival/dismissal for all students before and after school hours Utilize appropriate disciplinary procedures and techniques in accordance with the school site discipline plan Attend staff meetings and in-service training as deemed necessary for the position Support the distribution of student breakfast & lunch meals Serve in various capacities such as bus monitor to and from school and/or car lane support Qualifications Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals Passion for working with children Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary‑age students is strongly preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Public Schools Flexibility and a willingness to learn Scheduled Work Hours Monday - Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Roughly 25 hours per week Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. They frequently use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy. For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr