Actualizing education reform in a revitalizing city is hard, hard work, and we know that this work in an urban school setting isn’t for everyone. But, if you are someone who is truly called to serve children and youth; someone who sees this work not only as your job, but as a fundamental piece of who you ARE, we encourage you to read on. 

We’re looking for YOU if:

• You believe that EVERY child deserves access to a high-quality education and that children can and will learn if properly taught. 
• You believe that alongside academics, a complete education includes nurturing students as individuals so that they can become well-rounded, civic-minded, lifelong learners; the changemakers and leaders of the future. 
• You embrace a growth-mindset and consistently reflect on ways to improve, year after year. 
• You are unabashedly and authentically YOU and proud of it, and genuinely committed to building meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff. 

Were you nodding “YES” as you read the list above? We invite you to apply! 

We’re looking for a dedicated and talented School Custodian to become part of our Home OfficeTeam. 

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• You'll be operating manual and power janitorial equipment
• You'll be organizing and taking inventory of all janitorial supplies
• You'll be occasionally lifting and carrying 50lbs or more
• You'll be bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing and reading or lifting overhead occasionally.
• You'll be standing or walking for 2-4 hours at a time

In exchange for your dedication, here are just some of the benefits and perks we offer:

• Competitive starting salary with merit-based pay increases annually ($34,000-$45,000)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Tax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount 
• Independent, conflict-free, financial wellness advising through Holberg Financial
• Optional short- or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
• Regular professional development and coaching
• Career advancement opportunities
• Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
• Windows-based work laptop computer
• Regular team-building activities and outings
• 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually
• Generous vacation time: 20 vacation days per year with 5 rolling over annually
• A rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing students 

Qualifications

• You preferably have 2 years working in an urban or low-income setting and you understand how to get your students excited about learning. 
• You are committed to living out our mission.

Supporting/Additional Documents Requested

• Semifinalist candidates will be required to provide unofficial transcripts, evidence of certification/eligibility, and 3 professional references. 
• Hired candidates are responsible for the following: official transcripts, criminal clearance (fingerprinting), and medical clearance (TB/Mantoux testing).

Want to join our FAmily?

We are Foundation Academies: Trenton, New Jersey’s largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school. Our mission is to ensure that all of our students secure the academic knowledge and skills to prepare them for the nation’s finest colleges, and to instill in them the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We serve more than 1,000 of the city’s K-12 population across four schools on two campuses. We admit students by lottery, irrespective of gender, race, household income, or academic ability. 

Our team of experienced and mission-driven urban educators values growth mindsets, lifelong learners, and individuals who believe that every child deserves an excellent education. We hold ourselves, our students, and our city to high standards because that’s what our families deserve. 

We are conveniently located a quick car ride to downtown Princeton, a 45-minute SEPTA ride to Philly’s Center City, and a hop on the NJ Transit Express to New York City.