Verda James Office and Records/Cafeteria Technician/Education Support Personnel to Begin the 26-27 School Year

The listed hourly rate is a proposed increase that is pending Board approval in July 2026

This position is 4.0 hours Office and Records ($18.36/hr - $23.57/hr) , 3.0 hours Cafeteria Technician ($16.91/hr- $21.42/hr), and 1.0 hour Education Support Personnel ($17.36/hr - $22.11/hr).

NCSD offers new classified employees previous experience credit as follows for verified and approved experience:

Office and Records:

0-3 Years = Step 1 ($18.36/hr)

4-6 Years = Step 4 ($19.17/hr)

7-10 Years = Step 6 ($19.74/hr)

11-15 Years = Step 8 ($20.34/hr)

Cafeteria Techician

0-3 Years = Step 1 ($16.91/hr)

4-6 Years = Step 4 ($17.61/hr)

7-10 Years = Step 6 ($18.10/hr)

11-15 Years = Step 8 ($18.61/hr)

Education Support Personnel

0-3 Years = Step 1 ($17.36/hr)

4-6 Years = Step 4 ($18.10/hr)

7-10 Years = Step 6 ($18.62/hr)

11-15 Years = Step 8 ($19.16/hr)

For more information on pay, please call or email Mackenzie Stephenson, HR Generalist at 307-253-5230 or mackenzie_stephenson@natronaschools.org.

The job of Education Support Personnel was established for the purpose/s of assisting in the monitoring and instruction of students under the supervision of certified staff, including instruction of behavioral and social skills (BEST) or functional life skills (FLS) for special education students; observing and documenting student progress; assisting in implementation of plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs. This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials, under the direction of certified staff, for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all students at different learning levels and/or with different functional limitations to participate in instructional programs and classroom activities.
• Assists BEST, FLS, APE, ABLE, or Work Study special education students with classroom and daily living skills (e.g. toileting, diapering, tube feeding, etc.) for the purpose of creating a positive plan of action to address specific student issues and allowing students to function in a school and/or community environment.
• Assists certified staff with implementation and supervision of a variety of instructional activities (e.g. individual students and/or small groups in academic subjects, social/behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing and/or verbal skills, lessons, remediation, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing learning objectives and ensuring student success in school.
• Communicates with a variety of stakeholders, as directed by certified staff, (e.g. teachers, students, parents, district personnel, community agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information related to the student's progress as established in their individual educational program.
• Maintains a variety of instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. incident and activity reports, building passes, discipline records, duplicating and adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up adapted projects, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, ensuring availability of items, and/or providing reliable information.
• Monitors students within a variety of activities (e.g. restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, library, cafeteria, bus stops, study hall, locker room, classroom, field trips, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of modeling appropriate behavior/social skills and providing a safe and positive learning environment in school or community.
• Provides positive reinforcement to students (e.g. encouragement, consistency, positive attitude, etc.) for the purpose of supporting students in meeting individual plan objectives and school-wide discipline plans.
• Responds to emergency situations and potential conflicts with students (e.g. injured students, health-related issues, verbal/physical conflicts, natural disasters, etc.) for the purpose of de-escalating behaviors, modeling positive behaviors, and directing the situation toward a positive outcome (e.g. resolving immediate safety concerns and/or referring to appropriate party for resolution).
• Transports students, as requested, (e.g. Work Study, ABLE, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that they arrive safely at assigned location

Education: High school graduation or GED

Certificates & Licenses: Highly qualified

The job of Office and Records Assistant was established for the purpose/s of assisting the School Office Manager, Administrators, and/or staff with a wide variety of duties, as assigned, including public relations, and school-related office, clerical, and cafeteria duties; ensuring accurate attendance accounting, reporting and documentation in regard to assigned building; operating a variety of office, photocopy and bindery equipment; and providing general clerical support, information and/or direction as may be requested at assigned school site. JOB DESCRIPTION This job reports to Administrator and/or School Office Manager.

Essential Functions

• Assists absent office staff (e.g. cover for school nurse, other office members, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the effective functioning of assigned area and the provision of required services.
• Communicates with a wide variety of individuals (e.g. students, teachers, parents, staff, county administration, government agencies, other districts, courts, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, resolving problems and/or de-escalating conflicts, and coordinating activities and processes.
• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. attendance, discipline, bus, federal lunch program, inventory of supplies, job status and equipment problems, state reports, student cumulative folders, keys, budget, timecards, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and verification of compliance with state, federal, and/or district requirements.
• Orders supplies (e.g. inventories of food, condiments, office supplies and equipment, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. attendance reports, inventory reports, meal program records, cash summary and reconciliation reports, field trip lists, detention lists, counseling groups, passes, correspondence, reports for campus supervisors and ISS personnel, monthly copy reports, booklets, newsletter, maintains bulletin boards, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Processes documents and materials (e.g. discipline records, transcripts, transfers, receipts, meal applications, and mail, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
• Receives payments from students (e.g. fees, fines, lunch monies, etc.) for the purpose of accurate tracking and documentation of required student payments.
• Researches discrepancies of attendance information and/or documentation (e.g. absence issues, student passes, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures and legal requirements prior to processing for action.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of persons and organizations (e.g. parents, students, staff, public agencies, community organizations, etc.) for the purpose of providing required information and/or direction.

Education: High school graduation or GED

The job of Cafeteria Technician is done for the purpose/s of preparing and serving food items to students and/or school personnel as well as maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition; and assisting other site processes, as assigned.

This job reports to the Building Cafeteria Manager or Building Food Services Manager

Essential Functions

• Arranges setup for food items, supplies, serving lines, and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are provided in accordance with cafeteria requirements.
• Assists other site processes (e.g. substitute mentoring, special events requiring food service, etc.) for the purpose of providing necessary support for cafeteria operation.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas (e.g. ovens, steamers, fryers, mixers, slicers, freezers, dishes, tableware, kitchen utensils, counters, carts, racks, and dishwashing machine, etc.) for the purpose of providing daily maintenance of cafeteria kitchen, and ensuring sanitary conditions.
• Collects payments on accounts for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of costs.
• Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature for the purpose of presenting items that will be accepted by students and/or staff.
• Inspects food items and supplies (e.g. items being sent or received from satellite kitchens, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and complying with mandated health standards.
• Inventories food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of items.
• Maintains strict (or complete) confidentiality on personnel and student issues (e.g. personnel records, medical records, surveillance videos and images, student data, confidential communication, etc.) for the purpose of protecting personal information for staff and students.
• Monitors students'' food choices for the purpose of meeting mandated requirements and ensuring adequate nutrition.
• Prepares and serves food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements and requests of students and school personnel.
• Reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of maintaining equipment in safe working order.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and/or parents for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding the type and cost of meals.
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education: High school graduation or GED

Certification: Food Handlers/Serv Safe Certificate by NRA within one year of hire