NJSBA MANUAL FOR DEVELOPMENT OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS		
							C-13
Paraprofessional

TITLE:			DOOR MONITOR, DOOR ATTENDANT

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.	High school diploma; prefer some college‑level coursework in education or related field
2.	Minimum experience as determined by the board
3.	Demonstrates human relations skills, especially in working with students and staff.  Must be able to interact courteously with visitors, staff and students.  Must be able to remember faces and names and to effectively use technology that is part of the school security system.

4.	Good oral and written communication skills
5.	Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

6.	Must complete HIB training within a short period of beginning as door monitor/ door attendant.

7.	Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment. 

REPORTS TO:	Building Principal or designee

SUPERVISES:	Non-supervisory

JOB GOAL:	To promote the safety and welfare of students by serving as gate-keeper, to assist in maintaining a safe school environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.	Oversees the entry to school.  Greets visitors in a calm and courteous manner that is welcoming but also alert, attentive, discerning and authoritative.  Reviews identity documentation and other documents presented by students and visitors, excuses for tardiness, etc., and directs the visitors and students according to school procedures.  Remembers names and faces of visitors, students and staff.  Summons assistance when required.

2.	Provides entry to staff, parents and students who require entrance outside the typical hours of school operation.  This may require hours outside of normal instructional hours.

3.	Handles routine student concerns and minor disciplinary situations in accordance with school policy and procedures.  

4.	Records observations and conditions on a daily log sheet, and reports unusual occurrences or property damage, vandalism, violence, or illegal drug activity to superiors.  Documents rule violations.  Prepares and submits conduct reports and discipline referrals as required by the principal or designee.

5.	Investigates and takes appropriate action concerning complaints, suspicious behavior, improper conditions, or any other occurrences at the entrance or nearby that would endanger school personnel, students and/or school property and equipment. 

6.	Attends appropriate meetings and professional development training as requested in accordance with school procedures. Must complete HIB training within a short period of beginning as Door Monitor/ Door Attendant. 
7.	Interacts in a positive manner with the student body and staff.

8.	Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the principal or designee may assign.

9.	Checks areas adjacent to the entrance, such as parking lot and other specific locations of the building and grounds as assigned.

10.	Assists staff in maintaining discipline throughout the school.  Advises the school principal of procedures, equipment, and security desk set-up needs that would help to improve school security at the entrance.

11.	Assists school personnel during fire drills, building evacuations and other emergency situations as directed.  Participates in the school’s emergency and crisis management plan as assigned.  

12.	Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention.

13.	During evacuations, helps to assure that the building is clear of students and assists with student management.

14.	Uses technology efficiently such as computer, two-way radio, video monitors, buzz-in systems, and other devices selected by the school to be part of the school security system.

15.	Performs other such tasks and assumes other such responsibilities as the principal or designee may assign.

TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT:		Salary and work year to be determined by the board of trustees.  Normally, 180 day base which follows the student calendar.  This position may require hours outside of normal instructional hours.

annual 
evaluation:		Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law 			and the provisions of the board’s policy on evaluations

Approved by: 
Date: 
Revised:  

Legal References:

N.J.S.A. 18A:6‑7.1 		Criminal history record  
N.J.S.A. 18A:16‑1		Officers and employees
N.J.S.A. 18A:16‑2		Physical examinations; requirement
N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.2		Paraprofessional approval
N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6				School employee physical examinations

Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, 8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq.