Substitute Custodian

Choice Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

At West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, our goal is clear; to create an environment where children advance in learning because they learn through discovery. Substitute Custodian As needed position throughout the school year. This position would work when regularly scheduled staff members are unavailable. ABOUT WMAES: Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest? Or what it may be like to cook fresh homemade pizza in a mud oven? Students at WMAES don't wonder they know! We give our students 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand their 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. Our students reap the additional benefits of programs and practices such as: STEAM programming, character education, accelerated learning, differentiated instruction and positive school culture all hallmarks of an effective charter school education. #EnviroKids are creating a better tomorrow. Why West Michigan?? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gewI39W4Rgw&feature=youtu.be OUR MISSION: West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science strives to provide an environment that will foster creativity, promote academic achievement, and develop sound character and citizenship principles emphasizing responsibility to the environment and society, while maintaining and improving each child's self-esteem and self-concept. EXCELLENCE IS CHOICE. Our real masterpiece is the unleashing of human potential. While our main focus is on creating the conditions of success for children to achieve their dreams, we also focus on developing one another through meaningful relationships, challenging work, constructive feedback, sound professional training, and a true commitment to nurturing the career path of each team member. West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science 4463 Leonard St. NW Walker, MI 49534 Phone: 616-791-7454 Website : www.wma-es.com

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a clean background check.
Passed a physical exam to certify being in good health and drug free.
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.
United States citizen, able to communicate in oral and written English.

Responsibilities

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