Riverdale Public School primarily accepts applications online.
Openings for the 23-24 School Year
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSES
SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS
CUSTODIAN PART-TIME
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/BOARD SECRETARY
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Key Responsibilities:
Outstanding instructional skills
The ability to connect with and motivate children
A belief that ALL students should be held to high academic standards
Reflective and Positive
Demonstrated ability to apply differentiated instruction in the classroom on a daily basis.
Requirements:
A qualified candidate must possess NJDOE Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities plus Elementary K-6 certifications.
Salary:
As per the negotiated salary guide
PART-TIME CUSTODIAN - Afternoon/Evening shift
Position Function:
Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school building and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.
Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.
Essential Functions:
Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeteria, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
Cleans glass areas.
Replaces light bulbs.
Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies
Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in the recycling program.
Additional Duties:
Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Safety Requirements
Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.
Travel Requirements
Possible Transporting students between schools may be required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow oral or written work orders from the supervisor, and to coordinate work with the principal and others.
Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazard
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
Experience in plant operation, cleaning methods
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and use equipment necessary for cleaning and snow removal
Mandatory Criminal History Background Check
Valid NJ Driver’s License
CUSTODIAL SUBSTITUTES -(Afternoon/Evening Shift)
Position Function:
Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school building and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.
Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.
Essential Functions:
Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeteria, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
Cleans glass areas.
Replaces light bulbs.
Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in the recycling program.
Additional Duties:
Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mowers, and hand tools.
Safety Requirements
Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow oral or written work orders from the supervisor, and to coordinate work with the principal and others.
Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts
Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
Experience in plant operation, cleaning methods
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and use equipment necessary for cleaning and snow removal.
Mandatory Criminal History Background Check
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/BOARD SECRETARY
Preferred Qualifications:
Three (3) years of experience in high-level executive support and office management
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Experience in a school office
Excellent computer skills
Have or be eligible to secure a Notary Public commission
Required criminal history background check, physical, and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and a high level of professionalism in the performance of all assigned duties.
Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
Perform all clerical and secretarial duties of the Board Secretary/School Business Administrator’s office
Assist the School BA/BS in maintaining records
Payroll
Transportation
Benefits and Pensions
Food Service
Purchasing
Accounts Payable
Use of Facilities
Ensure Business Office work systems are efficient and functional
Perform other duties as assigned by the School Business Administrator or designee