About the role

As a substitute school custodian, the primary goal is to create a clean, safe, and inviting environment for students, staff, and visitors. By diligently maintaining the cleanliness of classrooms, hallways, and common areas, the custodian aims to promote a conducive atmosphere for learning and productivity. With a strong commitment to providing a welcoming space, the custodian strives to contribute positively to the overall educational experience of everyone in the school community.

What you'll do

• Responsible for routine daily cleaning and disinfecting of our school by vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and the use of an automatic floor scrubber.
• Keeps buildings and premises, including walkways, parking lot, and play areas neat and clean at all times.
• Checks daily to ensure exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Sweeps or vacuums classrooms daily and dusts furniture.
• Cleans daily the corridors after school, and during the day when the condition requires it.
• Daily scrubs, hoses down, and disinfects bathroom floors, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains.
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently if necessary.
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Maintains all floors in a clean and attractive condition.
• Weekly cleans all chalkboards and marker boards.
• Promptly reports major repairs needed to the Administrator.
• Remains on the school property during assigned school hours
• Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Administrator.
• Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Assumes responsibility for the safe condition of outdoor structures.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
• • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
  • Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community.
  • Solid record of punctuality.
  • Willing to be trained.
  • Reliable and team-oriented.
• Desired Requirements:
• • Previous custodial experience a plus.
  • Custodial experience in a school setting.
  • Knowledge of and skills working with At-Risk students.

About Choice Schools Associates

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, WMAES is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

About Our Academy

Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest? Or what it may be like to grow your own food in a greenhouse? Students at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) don't wonder what they know! Come be a part of our 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand your child’s love of learning. Working gardens, nature trails, forests, wetlands and prairies are all available for students to explore. WMAES students transition from desks to dirt, creating an environment for all students to learn. WMAES knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate:

• A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands-on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful.
• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.