Substitute Custodians

Substitute Custodians at La Canada Unified School District

Share on X Print Application Deadline: Until Filled Date Posted: 2232026 Contact Christine Golder 818-952-8072 Number of Openings: 1 Salary: Pay dependent on experience Addl Salary Info: Compensation 19.25 - 24.55 per hour dependent on experience Length of Work Year: As needed during school year Employment Type: Part Time

About the Employer

Our Success is Intentional La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3975 students supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanfords Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social emotional and physical health and resilience.

La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation which contributes over 2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 78 was named a National Forum School to Watch" school four times most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.

Job Summary

La Cañada Unified School District is seeking substitute custodians. The chief responsibilities of a custodian include keeping assigned building areas clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly. The substitute custodian covers these responsibilities and performs other related duties as required for any permanent employee who may be absent.

Requirements

Qualifications

1. Education: High school diploma or general education degree GED.
2. Experience: Six months of experience in cleaning and maintaining building areas preferably in a school setting or any combination of training and experience that would provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
3. Licenses: Possession of a valid California Drivers License and the ability to qualify for District vehicle insurance coverage. Ability to obtain all required federal, state, and local licenses and/or certification as necessary for cleaning materials, equipment, etc.

Application Procedure

1. Applicants may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin www.edjoin.org/lcusd.
2. A resume and/or letters of recommendation are welcome but not required. Letters may be addressed to Dr. Debra Cradduck, Associate Superintendent Human Resources, La Cañada Unified School District, 4490 Cornishon Avenue, La Cañada CA 91011.
3. Once applications are screened, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview which will take place at the District Office with an interview panel. Interviews will be scheduled during school hours on a weekday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Comments and Other Information

Work Calendar: As needed, 8.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Work hours would be 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for the morning shift or 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for the evening shift. Stated work hours include a half hour of unpaid duty-free lunch break. The location of service may be at any site within the District.

Compensation: Placement on classified salary range 21 is dependent on experience as a custodian. The wage range is 19.25 - 24.55 per hour. Time is kept on a timesheet by calendar month. Paychecks are issued on the 10th of the following month.

Benefits: This position is not eligible to participate in the Districts benefits plans.