Jurisdiction: Schools

Jurisdictional Class: Labor

Adopted: 2/84

SCHOOL MONITOR

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for assisting school personnel in performing assigned routine tasks which require the supervision and care of students. This class differs from that of Teacher Aide, which requires more specific skills or abilities. The work is performed under direct supervision of the building principal, teacher or transportation staff personnel.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Assists teachers in supervising recreation lunch periods, study halls and parking lot;

Maintains order in gymnasiums, locker rooms, cafeteria, school corridors or resource room;

Supervises students when loading and unloading buses;

Maintains order and enforces transportation rules and policies on buses;

May render elementary first aid treatment;

When not involved in supervision, may assist students in locating and using resource material;

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of the school’s policies regarding ability to deal with stressful discipline situations;

Ability to get along well with students and command their respect;

Tact;

Patience;

Firmness;

Some knowledge of first aid methods;

Good judgment;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None are required, however, a demonstrated effectiveness with children is desirable.