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Lake Superior Academy Custodian in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan
Lake Superior Academy is hiring a Part Time Custodian 25-30 hours per week. 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Lake Superior Academy located in Sault Ste Marie is a tuition free public school academy serving children in grades K-5th. Our vision is to help each student develop a happy heart, an eagerness to learn and a strong foundation for success. We employ instructional methods that foster creativity, exploration, and strong problem-solving skills while also ensuring accountability for student progress.
Lake Superior Academy's educational program includes:
Multi-age classrooms
Outdoor classroom/instruction
Environmental focus
Individualized curriculum
Hands-on learning experiences utilizing Montessori educational materials
Character building and peace education
State certified/Montessori trained teachers
All LSA applicants need to be reliable, trustworthy and ready to join a team of positive, problem solvers. Teachers passionately prepare lesson plans focused on the social, physical, intellectual and emotional development of their students. Each teacher is expected to create a nurturing community within their classrooms where their students feel safe, respected and challenged.
To be successful as a teacher with LSA, you should be a lifelong learner who inspires a love for learning in your students. Outstanding candidates are able to accept failure, learn from their mistakes, and embrace creativity and independence.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team. The ideal candidate will maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment for our facilities, ensuring that all areas are well-kept and presentable. This position plays a crucial role in supporting our school's mission by promoting a healthy and inviting atmosphere for both staff and students.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties:
Responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of assigned buildings, equipment, and grounds.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors.
Dust and wipe down surfaces, including desks, countertops, and windows.
Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables.
Restock supplies in restrooms and break rooms as needed.
Conduct routine inspections to identify cleaning needs and report maintenance issues to management.
Follow established safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Assist with setup and breakdown of meeting rooms, events, and special functions as required.
Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are in good working condition.
Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.
Cognitive Demands:
Have knowledge of and practice safe cleaning and maintenance practices
Be able to perform routine cleaning and minor repairs
Be able to occasionally supervise students
Physical Demands:
Able to operate cleaning equipment safely
Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 75 pounds
- (when applicable, a back-belt should be worn when lifting heavy objects)
Stand or walk for the majority of a day
Reach, lift, push, pull, talk or hear frequently
Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
Withstand a moderate noise level
Withstand exposure to cle