SCPA (TD)

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JobID:

4463

Position Type:

Educational Support Staff (Non Certified)/

School Cafeteria Playground Aide Date Posted:

5/15/2026

Location:

Theunis Dey Elementary School Date Available:

9/4/26 pending/training

Closing Date:

05/25/2026 WAYNE

TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Wayne, New Jersey

JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE

I-303

• SCPA
• School Cafeteria/Playground Aide

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Equivalent to completion of 12th grade Knowledge of school rules and regulations; student needs; first aid; and appropriate rules, student behavior expectations, materials and equipment, etc., needed for student activities. Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff members, and the public. Ability to obtain the respect of students, to win their cooperation, and to assist them in solving their problems and concerns in a sympathetic and positive manner. Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions. Ability to maintain consistency and follow through in carrying out school rules and regulations. Ability to maintain composure, calmness, sound judgment, and cooperative work skills during times of stress and/or situations which create unusual job responsibilities. Effective problem solving, organizational, human relations, and written and verbal communication and comprehension skills. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal. S/he shall assist students in attendance at a particular school site.

JOB GOAL

Assist in overseeing the cafeteria and playground areas and perform other student coordinating work with regard to maintaining order safety, and cleanliness on school property.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

In the cafeteria and playground assist in the enforcement of the rules as determined by the district. Assist students during lunch periods and from established stations during recess. Treat students in a positive, fair, and consistent manner. Assist in the intervention in problematic social interactions among students to foster more positive, considerate behavior. Communicate problems/concerns to teacher and/or nurse, and communicate serious incident problems to the Principal. Complete disciplinary forms in order to report repeated student behavioral problems. Work with other cafeteria/playground coordinators in a positive, professional manner. Inspect the playground equipment and playground regularly. Report problems to the Principal. Perform such other responsibilities consistent with this job description as may be assigned by the building Principal. Actively monitor students by circulating on the playground and at recess as designated by the building principal. Maintain a presence in both the cafeteria and on the playground by regularly checking all exits and playground equipment. Attend to students by maintaining proximity and re-directing as necessary.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.

ANNUAL EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on the evaluation of non-certificated staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Stand and walk for required periods of time. Speak and hear. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

: The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times

BOARD APPROVAL DATE

November 16, 2006 Agenda Item

PH-66-07

Revised:

December 5, 2006

Revised:

December 2, 2008

Revised:

November 14, 2024

• Agenda Item M.9

• Revised Salary:

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