Classified Substitute

Grow Public Schools•Shafter, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grow Public Schools (GPS) is seeking an On-Call Classified Substitute to work on an as-needed basis to cover various roles including Cafe Aide, Custodian, After School Aide, and Recess Coach. This position operates under the supervision of the appropriate team leads. As a substitute Cafe Aide, duties include food preparation, service, and general maintenance in the kitchen and dining area. For the Custodian role, the substitute will perform routine and ongoing custodial maintenance. In the Recess Coach and After School Aide roles, the substitute will ensure student safety while leading activities and assisting with homework. GPS is redefining academic excellence in Kern County as a multi-campus charter school operator, with a mission to close the opportunity gap in high-need communities.

Requirements

Ability to read and follow all food safety and physical safety rules
Strong communication skills especially when interacting with school age children
Exceptional personal hygiene
Ability to lift, bend, stoop and carry heavy trays and packages of food and supplies
Demonstrated skill and experience in the preparation and serving of food, or custodial/maintenance, especially in an elementary school setting a plus
Must have or be willing to obtain a Serve Safe Food Handler’s certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an elementary school setting

Responsibilities

Assisting in reinforcing student behavioral expectations throughout the day
Supervising students in the yard during recess
Supervising students in the cafeteria during lunch
Maintains clean serving areas and sets up cafeteria for timely service
Peels, slices, cores and dices vegetables and fruits by hand or using such mechanical equipment as automatic peelers, slicers and dicers
Follows state and federal regulations regarding food handling, serving and cleanliness
Washes dishes; cleans and scrubs pots and pans
Sweeps and mops floors in kitchen and dining area
Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools as needed
Lock and unlock assigned buildings; secure buildings when facilities are not in use, checking for unlocked doors and windows; turn off lights
Keep grounds free from trash and litter
Know and follow all safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job