Parent Volunteer: Lunch Duty at Mackenzie Elementary/Middle
As a parent volunteer for lunch duty at Mackenzie Elementary/Middle, your role is essential in helping maintain a positive and safe environment for students during their lunchtime. Your main responsibilities will include supervising students in the cafeteria and/or on the playground, ensuring proper behavior, and providing support as needed.
Requirements: Must have at least level 1 clearance and must wear badge at all times.
Responsibilities:
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Monitor students during lunchtime: Ensure all students are seated properly, using good manners, and following the cafeteria rules.
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Assist with meal distribution: Help students open their food, get utensils, or assist with any needs they may have.
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Ensure safety and behavior: Walk around the cafeteria or playground to help ensure students are following school rules, being kind to one another, and keeping the area clean.
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Provide positive reinforcement: Encourage students to clean up after themselves and offer praise for good behavior.
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Help with transitions: Support students in lining up to return to class or transition to recess.
Skills & Traits:
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Patience and a friendly demeanor
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Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks at once
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Enjoyment of working with children in a supportive role
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Strong communication skills to engage with students and school staff
This volunteer role is a wonderful opportunity to be involved in your child’s school community while helping ensure that lunch times are safe, enjoyable, and orderly for all students.
Thank you for your support and dedication!
