PROCTOR- Under the general supervision of the Principal, the Proctor provides for the safety and welfare of students during non classroom activities, i.e., supervises students during recess, lunch periods, and student drop-off and pick-up periods; communicates observations and/or incidents that may impact the general well being of students and school personnel.  May perform some classroom assistance and/orcustodial duties while students are in class.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 -          Assists students during mealtime and playground activities for the purpose of supporting them in these activities.

-          Controls traffic using a hand held stop sign.  Reports unsafe conditions and unsafe drivers to Administration.

-          Diffuses potential student conflicts (i.e. arguments, fights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing the frequency or severity of incidents that could cause harm to students and/or disrupt campus activities.

-          Assists in maintaining a supportive environment using tact and diplomacy.

-          Monitors assigned areas for the purpose of ensuring non-authorized persons are not on school grounds, preventing vandalism, hazards, etc.

-          Monitors assigned crosswalk for the purpose of assisting students in following safety rules while crossing streets.

-          Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments, (e.g. loading/unloading, playgrounds, lunchroom, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.

-          Ensures that students with cuts, bruises, etc. report to the school office to receive minor first aid for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs.

-          Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (i.e. discipline, accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of campus rules, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to teachers and/or administration using written, verbal or use of radio communication.

-          Reports non-authorized persons, vandalism and hazardous conditions to Administration.

-          Responds to inquiries of the public, parents and/or students for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.

-          Responds to potential emergencies (e.g. medical, alarm calls, bomb threats, fights, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety of students, personnel and property.

-          Assist in maintaining a neat, orderly and attractive school environment.

-          Assists with the cleaning of hand railings and lunch tables, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring health and safety of the students.

 OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

 -          Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

-          Performs other duties as assigned

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. One year of paid or volunteer experience working with children ages 5 through 12 in an educational or child care setting.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

 Knowledge of:

 - Practical methods used in tutoring, motivating and controlling students;

- English usage including grammar, vocabulary and spelling;

- Simple record keeping and filing.

 Ability to:

 -          Learn and apply the proper methods and procedures to be followed in a variety of      situations

-          Communicate effectively orally and in writing using correct grammar

-          Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and coworkers

-          Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

-          Use English in both written and verbal form

-          Perform simple clerical tasks and operate standard office machines

-          Maintain confidentiality regarding student issues

-          Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students.

-          Understand, interpret, and apply school rules, regulations, procedures and policies