Custodian

About Us:

Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools (www.freedomprep.org) is a network of PreK-12 free public charter schools serving students in Memphis, TN, and Birmingham, AL. Our mission is to prepare all students in grades PreK-12 to excel in college and in life. Since our founding in 2009, we have grown from a class of 96 sixth grade students to now serving over 1950 students across multiple campuses. In 2024, we expanded into Birmingham, AL, starting with grades K-1, with plans to grow to a K-5 campus. 

At Freedom Prep, we are committed to transforming education for students of color across the South, ensuring they have access to high-quality educational opportunities that empower them to thrive. Over the past 15 years, our students have consistently exceeded both local and state averages in math and have surpassed local benchmarks in English Language Arts on state assessments. Our mission is guided by three core beliefs: every child deserves the right to a high-quality public education, character development is essential to student success, and exposure to diverse opportunities builds the confidence and skills needed to excel in college and in life.

At Freedom Prep, we cultivate a structured, academically rigorous environment that fosters excellence in core subjects, promotes advanced academic skills, and encourages students to embody the core values of Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Excellence, and Community.

POSITION OVERVIEWThe FPA full-time Custodian is responsible for maintaining our schools' and network offices' overall cleanliness and functionality. Under the supervision of the Dean of Operations, this person maintains their assigned building, or group of buildings, including keeping the office space clean, orderly, and secure during assigned shifts; and other related duties as required. 

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  Cleans restrooms, dressing rooms, shower rooms, classrooms, and common areas. Stocks toilet and sanitary supplies. Vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors. Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork. Empties and cleans waste receptacles. Washes windows and walls. Polishes metal work; and takes care of equipment and materials. Set up and prepare rooms for special events and needs. Reports needed repair work to proper authorities. Performs minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment. Waxes and refinishes floors and shampoos the carpets. Pick up paper and other debris from grounds and buildings. May be required to perform miscellaneous maintenance work such as touch-up painting.Assure security of buildings and grounds during assigned times. Moves and/or re-arranges furniture, chairs, desks, tables, etc. Perform other duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS Education - High School Diploma or equivalent experience One year of work in the custodial field or similar work experience Licenses and Other Requirements DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance Ability to maintain regular attendance consistent with the expectations for the position  

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of modern cleaning methods including cleaning chalk and whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures. Proper methods, techniques, materials, disinfectants, tools, and equipment used in modern custodial work. Safety best practices and work methods. Proper lifting techniques. Requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Oral and written communication skills. Health and safety regulations. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Maintain an assigned school site, group of buildings, or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner during an assigned shift. Maintain routine records such as work orders, equipment repairs and maintenance, chemical application, cleaning schedules, and overtime assignments. Use common cleaning materials and equipment safely and efficiently. Learn custodial procedures, methods, and schedules. Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair. Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order. Operate a variety of custodial equipment including a floor stripper, buffer, carpet cleaners, vacuum cleaner, and other small power and hand tools. Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.Perform minor repairs. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Meet schedules and timelines. Work cooperatively with others. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Environment Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times.Regular exposure to fumes, dust, odors, heights, and loud noises. Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals such as disinfectants, graffiti remover, floor stripper, floor wax, propane, and paint thinner. Direct contact with the public, students, and other district staff. Working on ladders at varying heights. Physical Demands Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment. Standing and walking for extended periods. Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform custodial duties. Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate articulately. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds. Occasional bending, kneeling, and crouching. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.Climbing ladders and working from varying heights as necessary. Hazards Working with chemicals, tools, and powered machinery. Possible contact with blood-borne pathogens and /or bodily fluids. 

We are excited that you are inspired or called to learn more about our mission, values, and potential opportunities. We’d encourage you to explore a few additional resources about us, the recent investment for what’s possible, and why you should consider our community as a place for you to become a part of. We are one of the few networks that centers the whole person and their needs to thrive and support themselves and their families in the South.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: At Freedom Prep, we prioritize transparency in everything we do. We believe that open communication fosters trust and collaboration. As part of this commitment, we make our salary scales available online for you to view, ensuring clarity and fairness in our compensation practices. You can view our compensation scales on our website. Please click HERE to be redirected.

Check out some of the unique and rare benefits here, including but not limited to: 

-Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage

-Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)

-Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning

-Support in obtaining licensure

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $32,000