Lunch monitor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for lunch monitor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for lunch monitor is 45100 (Student monitors, crossing guards and related occupations), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
45100
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 45100 covers
Student monitors, crossing guards and workers in related occupations supervise students to ensure their safety and monitor their behaviour during indoor or outdoor breaks and before and after school hours. School monitors are employed by public and private elementary and secondary schools. Crossing guards are employed by municipalities, public and private security agencies and schools.
| Unit group | 45100 — Student monitors, crossing guards and related occupations |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Student monitors
- Monitor school buildings and grounds to help ensure the security of the students and the school
- Monitor student's lockers and lunch areas
- Monitor students during recess, at noon hour or during the day on school grounds
- Record and report students' absences, accidents, behaviours and issues
- May monitor security cameras and report incidents and infractions
To use NOC 45100 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 45100 →
Other job titles under NOC 45100
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for lunch monitor?+
In NOC 2021, "lunch monitor" is an example title in unit group 45100 — Student monitors, crossing guards and related occupations. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is lunch monitor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 45100 is TEER 5. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does lunch monitor get extra CRS points?+
NOC 45100 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a lunch monitor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 45100 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says lunch monitor but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 45100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.