Employment

Provide custodial service throughout the district facilities for the purpose of providing a safe environment for students, staff, and patrons of PRIDE Schools. Works independently, receiving minimum supervision and guidance.

Split work time Between PRIDE Prep Middle School & Innovation High School based on Job duties given upon hire.

HOURS PER DAY: 8 (full time) 3-4 (part time)

START AND END TIME: TBD (need coverage 7:00am-3:30pm, also looking for part time/evening shift coverage)

YEAR ROUND POSITION (240 DAYS / 12 MONTHS)

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.

Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.

SALARY: Experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school.

Pay - $18.00 to 22.00/hour

Follow expectations outlined in the cleaning and sanitization procedures manual and observe all safety rules and regulations, to ensure a safe and sanitized site for Students and District staff.

Duties may include one or more of the following: sweeping, vacuuming and mopping of floors as needed; moving furniture and equipment; dusting, washing furniture/fixtures/flooring/windows, cleaning gutters and drains, operating cleaning equipment, replacing lights, and sanitizing health areas (i.e. bathrooms, locker rooms, drinking fountains, health room).

Maintenance of sidewalks and blacktop areas to include watering lawn, weeding garden beds, clearing of snow off sidewalks and steps, and de-icing hard surface areas using snow equipment.

Assist with cleaning of boiler, observe running of boiler and know basic boiler operation.

May oversee 1-2 site custodial staff, including training and coaching staff in safety procedures, proper cleaning methods, use of supplies and equipment, and addresses performance concerns.

Responsible for securing building and performing crisis plan procedures.

Monitor building site events schedule, coordinate and perform event setup and support.

Other related duties as assigned by head custodian, supervisor, or site administrator.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, climb ladders, and perform various types of labor in every shift.

Proven ability to read, write, and comprehend operational instructions and write applicable reports.

Available for contact in the event of an emergency, and ability to work after hours as requested.

Knowledge of hazardous materials and chemicals safety and disposal procedures.

Basic computer skills, familiarity with scheduling and work order system.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and confidentially with a diverse group of staff and students.

First Aid Card required.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Facilitate instructional programs within the prescribed curriculum to provide for individual differences.

Be able to effectively teach students of varying abilities.

Be able to maintain classroom discipline and use effective classroom management skills.

Utilize and maintain district/building curricular and student learning objectives.

Follow, prepare and maintain lesson plans.

Communicate and interpret school programs to patrons.

Be familiar with state essential learnings, district targets, qualifying standards, testing, etc.

Work as an effective member of the grade level, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learning.

Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the building administration.

Valid WA state teaching certificate or substitute certificate

Demonstrates classroom management procedures that provide for large and small groups, and individuals, and provides an environment conducive to learning.

Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self-discipline.

Enthusiastic and displays an overall optimism toward teaching and student learning.

Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire.

Sets and attains high level of expectations with a commitment to using available resources so that accomplishment and growth occurs.

Develops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares for, and works collaboratively with them.

Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various disabilities.

Aware of current educational developments and applications, works collaboratively with others; believes in the importance of education, and interested in the welfare of all students.

Uses democratic processes to work out problems in a supportive and understanding manner.

Integrates technology into planning, learning, and record-keeping activities.

Knowledge of effective teaching strategies related to the appropriate age of instruction. Demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge in a classroom setting.

Willingness and commitment to participate in professional collaboration and student supervision.

Demonstrates ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators in a confidential manner.

PRIDE Schools is a Public Charter School located in Spokane Washington. PRIDE Schools has both a middle school (PRIDE Prep) and a high school (Innovation) located on its campus. PRIDE Prep Middle School opened fall of 2015, and Innovation High School opened in the fall of 2017.

PRIDE Schools instructional design emphasizes authentic interdisciplinary projects. Students work collaboratively on challenging projects within International Baccalaureate courses. We are committed to building a school culture where there is respect and cooperation among every student, adult, and family. Candidates should be open to a dynamic, collaborative, teacher-driven school where teachers have the freedom to design their curriculum and to innovate.

PRIDE Schools endeavors to attract passionate, highly qualified educators. All instructional personnel are required to hold valid Washington teaching credentials, permits or certificates appropriate to the assignment. PRIDE Schools is accepting applications for the 2023/2024 school year. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfaction of certain pre-employment verifications and clearances.

• Compensation is competitive with local school districts

• Pride Schools operates according to a Traditional School Calendar (September through June)

• Enrollment in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (TRS & SERS),

• Health & Vision (Kaiser Permanente), Dental (Delta Dental of WA), and Voluntary plan options such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability are offered to eligible employees

• Team teaching support

• Weekly professional development opportunities

• Support to build teacher designed projects

Email your resume, cover letter, and references to paige@prideschools.org (Attention: Human Resources) to express your interest in future job openings.

Pride Schools school is for 6th - 12th grade students. Each year we add a new incoming 6th grade class, and hire teachers accordingly.

We are looking for highly relational staff who love to get involved in taking on new, innovative projects. Each year we may have a number of openings that range from Operations to Certificated Teachers.

We are located at 811 E. Sprague Ave. This space offers a unique learning environment with quick access to downtown Spokane and the University District, as well as being a convenient distance from each of our local neighborhoods to facilitate swift transportation for our students.

Yes. As a public school in the state of Washington, all our teachers are required to hold a current Washington State Teaching Certificate.