Cafeteria Monitor

Overview

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools e.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

The purpose of this job is to monitor student behavior and assist students during lunch. It is budgeted for an average of 2 hours per day.

Thrasher Elementary is a vibrant K–5 school nestled on 17 wooded acres in beautiful Signal Mountain, TN. As a true community school, we are fortunate to have an active PTA, strong parental involvement, and support from the Mountain Education Foundation that partners with us to enrich learning.

Our teachers enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment where professional expertise is valued, and teacher autonomy is respected. At Thrasher, faculty and staff are deeply appreciated by both the school and the community, creating a strong sense of belonging and purpose.

We are seeking passionate, student‑centered educators who are eager to go above and beyond for children. The ideal candidate is collaborative, takes initiative, and brings expertise in best practices to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences.

If you are looking for a school where community, collaboration, and a love of learning come together, Thrasher Elementary may be the perfect place for you!

• Creates a respectful, positive, and pleasant environment in the cafeteria.
• Implements procedures and practices that result in efficient entry and exit of students in the cafeteria.
• Assists students as needed. For example, helps younger children open milk, packets of ketchup, etc.
• Assists students with special needs as appropriate.
• Uses positive strategies to redirect inappropriate student behavior.
• Follows established procedures for ensuring assigned areas are safe.
• Works collaboratively with administration, principals, secretaries, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• No degree required. Experience working with school‑age students preferred.

• Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills to deal effectively with students, parents, and school staff. Also has the ability to read and write effectively.

$15 per hour

Entry level

Part‑time

Other

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