Lunch Room Assistant (8.5 hours)/ 25-26 SY Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Lunch Room Assistant position at Devonshire Elementary for the 25-26 school year involves monitoring student behavior during lunch, assisting with meal setup and cleanup, and enforcing cafeteria rules. This non-instructional role requires a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The job entails standing, walking, and occasional lifting in a cafeteria setting.
Job Description
Lunch Room Assistant (8.5 hours)/ 25-26 SY
Devonshire Elementary
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number 4600310719
Start Date Open Date 05/13/2025
Closing Date 06/13/2025 General Definition of Work The lunch room assistant, under general supervision, performs entry-level work with minimal decision-making discretion monitoring student activities and behavior during student lunch periods. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Monitor behavior of elementary students during lunch periods and enforce cafeteria rules
Assist students with carrying lunch trays
Assist students with opening lunch boxes, condiment packets, containers, drinks, etc.
Assist students with cleaning area when finished
Provide reports to teachers or administrators as needed
Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Skilled in communication, both verbal and in writing
Ability to enforce cafeteria rules and appropriate student behavioral standards
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience working with elementary age children preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience # of Jobs 1.00
Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements HS diploma
Term 9 Month
Additional Job Information Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work environment is performed in a cafeteria setting and requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Work requires frequent bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Visual acuity requires observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., cafeteria)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte – Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
